Category: Autism Tips

Most of us think that communication happens only through words. That’s only one form of communication, known as verbal communication. There are other forms of communication, and we all engage in such communication in our daily lives. For example, when we communicate through gestures or facial expressions, we engage in non-verbal communication. Similarly, written words, like the ones you are reading now, are another form to express ourselves. Children, especially those with special needs like autism, often face difficulty in communicating their needs effectively. As a parent or a child…

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Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) usually face challenges or difficulties in expressing their emotions and sensory feelings to others, including their parents. Therefore, if you’re blessed with a special child, you should expand your sense of observation and understand the difference between your child’s usual and unusual gestures. There are many cases in which parents overlook the signs of a critical medical issue, considering it a symptom of autism. For instance, suppose your child is complaining about their joint pain. You might overlook their complaints, thinking autism has triggered…

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Temper tantrums are common emotional outbursts in children, especially during toddler and preschool time. Parents often notice their young ones crying, screaming, or kicking when they are hungry, in need of something, or unable to express their feelings. These are a natural part of child development. Autistic meltdowns in children have outward similarities with these ordinary temper tantrums. This is the reason parents or other caregivers often mistake considering meltdowns a sign of temper tantrums. The signs of autistic meltdowns can be more intense than ordinary tantrums in children. You…

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