Therapy Dogs Don’t Always Help Children with Autism

There's something special about a therapy dog. They provide comfort and companionship to those in hospitals, nursing homes, schools, and other settings. But what exactly makes a therapy dog? Therapy dogs are usually calm, gentle,…

The causes of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are a topic of heated debate. Advocates and parents of children with autism can widely disagree on what causes their child's autism. This is because the spectrum includes…

Popular films and TV shows like The Big Bang Theory & Silicon Valley have helped increase public awareness of Asperger syndrome (AS), a form of autism that affects social skills and can make everyday conversations…

A child's speech development can be significantly improved through therapy. In addition to improving their communication ability, therapy can help children develop better eye contact, improve their sitting posture, and use more diverse sentence structures.…

Autism Spectrum Disorder is unique in that there are varying degrees of symptoms that a person can have. Frequently referred to as “low-functioning” vs “high functioning” autism, the severity of symptoms is often discussed first…

Are you looking for autism charities in Nevada or across the U.S.? Perhaps you are looking for ways to get involved and support families affected by autism, or you are seeking resources for someone you…

Autism diagnoses have grown significantly in the past decade- this is not news to most. However, researchers are focusing in on just how early signs of autism can be identified and, therefore, acted upon and…

What is it about change that puts fear in our hearts and ice in our veins? People often think that this small part of life really shouldn’t be such a big deal, that we should…

Massachusetts students with Autism can now attend college, thanks to a new law that provides support and accommodations. The newly signed law by Governor Baker, passed unanimously late last month, requires all public & private…