Autism Spectrum Disorder Picky Eating and Autism Spectrum DisorderA recent study found that around half of teens with Autism Spectrum Disorder are picky…Seven_stars_AdminFebruary 12, 2020
Autism Spectrum Disorder The Myth of Multi-tasking: Organization Skills for Teens on the SpectrumCan anyone really multitask? According to Dr. Adam Gazzaley, a neuroscientist at the University of…Seven_stars_AdminFebruary 4, 2020
Autism Spectrum Disorder Rigid Processing: Autism Spectrum or OCD?There are a lot of similarities between obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD)…Seven_stars_AdminJanuary 28, 2020
Anger Issues Why Do Teens with Autism Have Difficulty Expressing Anger?According to a recent study, one in four children with autism struggle with anger problems,…Seven_stars_AdminJanuary 21, 2020
Technology Addiciton Screen Use And Problems with Language Development for Teens on the SpectrumMany researchers have investigated how screen use affects in-person social communication as teens develop their…Seven_stars_AdminJanuary 14, 2020
Autism Spectrum Disorder 7 Ways to Help Teens with AspergersOutpatient treatment doesn’t always provide adequate support for teens with Aspergers. While your home may…Seven_stars_AdminJanuary 6, 2020
Residential Treatment Center Why Choose a Residential Treatment Center That Offers Equine Therapy?The best residential treatment centers offer experiential activities for teens to practice applying the skills…Seven_stars_AdminDecember 30, 2019
ADHD/ADD ADHD Common in Teens with AutismNew research from the national psychiatric project iPSYCH offers an explanation for the high co-morbidity…Seven_stars_AdminDecember 23, 2019
Bullying Teaching Your Child on the Spectrum to Stand Up to BulliesIsolated children who lack social skills are at an increased risk for bullying--partially because of…Seven_stars_AdminDecember 10, 2019
Residential Treatment Center How Can Autistic Teens Improve Their Emotional Intelligence?Many teens with autism struggle with nonverbal communication skills. They are often more in touch…Seven_stars_AdminDecember 2, 2019
Autism Spectrum DisorderSocial Skills When Should I Stop Pushing My Autistic Teen to Socialize?Social situations can be very overwhelming for autistic teens. Not just because they lack the…Seven_stars_AdminNovember 22, 2019
Autism Spectrum DisorderResidential Treatment Center Greta Thunberg on the Power of Special Interests in AutismSixteen year-old environmental activist Greta Thunberg has become the face of a global movement against…Seven_stars_AdminNovember 15, 2019
Autism Spectrum DisorderSensory Sensitivity Creative Ways to Connect With Your Autistic ChildAutistic children have a unique way of perceiving the world. They often have overactive perception,…Seven_stars_AdminNovember 8, 2019
AnxietyResidential Treatment Center Parenting Stress Common Among Parents of Autistic TeensThe struggles teens experience can affect their parents and siblings as well. When someone in…Seven_stars_AdminOctober 25, 2019
Autism Spectrum DisorderResidential Treatment Center Self-Esteem Shaped by Executive Functioning IssuesLabels and stereotypes used to describe people with executive functioning issues can be detrimental to…Seven_stars_AdminOctober 18, 2019
Autism Spectrum Disorder Nonverbal Learning Disorder vs Autism Spectrum DisorderAutism Spectrum Disorder encompasses a wide range of symptoms that sometimes overlap with signs of…Seven_stars_AdminOctober 10, 2019
Autism Spectrum DisorderSensory Sensitivity Living in an Intense Sensory World: The Development of Self-Stimulatory BehaviorsTeens with autism who struggle with communication skills and self-regulation often turn to self-stimulatory behaviors…Seven_stars_AdminSeptember 30, 2019
Autism Spectrum Disorder The Value of Self-Assessments and Positive Reinforcement for Teens with AutismWhile teens with autism may struggle with understanding social norms, positive reinforcement can help them…Seven_stars_AdminSeptember 16, 2019
Autism Spectrum DisorderSchool Refusal Advocating for Your Autistic Teens’ Academic NeedsWhile Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder, not a learning disability, symptoms like sensory processing and…Seven_stars_AdminSeptember 11, 2019
Autism Spectrum Disorder Forget “Normal Expectations”: Teens With Autism Should Set Personal GoalsWhile the phrase first popped up when referring to the Autism Spectrum, neurodiversity refers to…Seven_stars_AdminAugust 30, 2019