Having a child on the autism spectrum means that they can have symptoms that range widely from highly functioning to requiring extra care. However, all children on this spectrum need special attention to their specific needs for optimal growth. Whether your child has a diagnosis of Asperger’s or another spectrum disorder, they need care and…
When it comes to autism, it seems that many more boys than girls have the condition. However, researchers now realize that often girls with autism go undiagnosed because they don’t show the same symptoms or degree of severity that boys do. Therefore, if you notice anything in your daughter that might make you wonder if…
Boys may show more typical symptoms of autism than their female counterparts. Therefore, for some professionals, identifying an autism spectrum disorder in boys is more common than for girls. If you think your son may have common symptoms that appear in children with autism, contact your pediatrician for a diagnosis. Then, call EMIT Therapeutics at…
A pandemic can seem to make the world stop, including the education and support your child with autism needs. COVID-19 autism treatment is different but remains essential. If your child’s access to autism treatment and autism therapies has changed or become nonexistent, it’s time to look for new solutions. At EMIT Therapeutics, we offer ways…
For many children with autism, communication, learning, and functioning in daily life is a challenge. Yet, for many, autism treatment can be helpful. Applied behavior analysis or ABA is one tool that may help give your son or daughter the support they need to learn and grow. At EMIT Therapeutics in New Jersey, we offer…
Many times, the most frightening of situations for parents with children who have autism is self-injury. You may be able to protect your child from many things, but shielding them from this type of behavior is difficult. Understanding self-injurious behavior is not simple, either. For those who have children with autism engaging in this behavior,…
Autism and social media are topics that require a good deal of thought. With the many dangers of social media, you want to move forward carefully if you have an autistic child who wants to be online. Children with autism online are going to need some direction to help them navigate this space. However, with…
If you have a child with autism, there are many hurdles to overcome in your journey as a parent. However, with the proper guidance and resources, you can be successful in helping your child in life. If your child was recently diagnosed with autism, you might have various questions related to autism. One pressing issue…
When dealing with children who have autism, it’s critical to understand that the autism spectrum for children represents a broad range of symptoms and conditions. On the one side of the spectrum, you have a more severe form of the disorder, and on the other end, you have a milder case. Then you have varying…
If you have a child with autism, you know the many challenges of providing them the best care. From the moment they are diagnosed, you have your hands full with a whole new set of difficulties. Learning how to navigate life with an autistic child may be challenging, but you can find help with autism…