Happy AND Functional
Why do we need to help people with ASD become Happy AND Functional? In order to succeed in life, those with ASD need a twofold approach to therapy. They need to learn functional skills to survive in the real world, and they also need to learn emotional skills to be...
How to Achieve Faster Results for ASD with LAM
Autism: Growing Out Of It, Into It or Flying Under It’s Radar
Does autism change with age and maturity? No and Yes. The level of impact an individual with autism experiences may appear to change from time to time. The reality is that the autism itself is not believed to change; autism reflects a set of specific physical...
Temporal Expectations Make ASD Even Harder!
Do individuals with ASD mature more slowly than their peers without ASD? Typically, yes, it is common for individuals with ASD to develop more slowly compared to their non-ASD counterparts, often reaching milestones such as potty training, driving, and having a...
Therapeutically Developing Independence in Young Adults with ASD
What is the best autism therapy for creating independence in a child with ASD? A therapy that provides frameworks, education and support to both the individual and the family. The sad truth about ASD is that either the individual is moving forward in life, facing the...