What are the Signs of Autism?
I know there’s something different about my child. How do I know if it’s autism? Many parents recognize the signs of autism long before they know what they mean or receive a diagnosis. In This Article: Behavior PatternsEach Child Is UniqueFinding A...
What Does It Mean When You Say “High Functioning Autism”?
What does it mean when you say high functioning autism? “High functioning autism” (HFA) is a phrase that many people with autism don’t like. Often, as younger children, those with HFA are dubbed “little professors.” These are often people who...
What Causes Autism?
What causes autism? There are no definitive answers to that question! What we do know, however, is that the brain of an individual with autism develops differently and processes the world differently. That different processing style leads to a very specific world...
ASD Defined
Can people with ASD lead rich and full lives? Yes! However the degree of independence an individual with ASD can achieve may vary depending on the level of severity of autism. Regardless of the impact the autism has, an individual can find an improved ability to live...
What is Autism? Limitations Redefined
Is autism a limitation? At first glance, so many people see autism as a limitation. They mistakenly believe that it is a “disease” that needs to be cured. Autism is not a disease. Nor is it a condition where the individual is broken, sick, wrong or bad. Autism is a...