Connections With Karen: Everyone Needs to Feel Safe

Here are some strategies to help your individual on the spectrum learn safety rules.

Protecting Your Child from Sexual Predators

What is a sexual predator, and what can parents do to protect their children?

Q&A Dr. Temple Grandin

This month, Dr. Temple Grandin answers parents’ questions about types of therapy and medication.

A Father’s Lessons in Love and Resilience

A father shares his fears, hopes, and joy in raising a child on the spectrum.

Managing Communication in High-Stress Situations

Communicating can be difficult in a stressful situation, especially for someone with autism.

Success Stories: Making Pictures, Bracelets, and Friends and Progressing Swimmingly

Michelle Unruh shares how a hobby turned into advocacy and friendship. Carolyn Crim describes her son’s journey from fear of water to fun. Have a success story you want to share? Click here

Graduation Day and Autism

Here are some graduation day tips for parents and their child with autism as they approach this momentous event.

Following Directions and Autism: Strategies for Success

For children with autism, following directions can present significant challenges that require a unique approach to learning.

Dyscalculia and Autism

What is dyscalculia, and why is it important to address this impairment?

Understanding PTSD in Individuals with Autism

How and why does post-traumatic stress disorder occur in individuals with ASD?

Tooth Time: Making Dentist Appointments Autism-Friendly

Here is some expert advice for parents to bring a smile during their child’s next dental visit.

Using Common Sense to Weigh the Pros and Cons of Vaccination

Parents must use common sense when weighing the health benefits of vaccines.

Ask Dr. Malcolm

Dr. Malcolm answers parents’ questions and concerns about their autistic children.

Workplace Safety

Here are some practical safety tips for the workplace to promote a safer and more inclusive environment for individuals with autism.

From Special Interest to Career

Finding a career that utilizes one’s special interests and unique abilities may not be as difficult as you think.

Autism Warrior - Breaking My 33-Year Silence:

Living with Autism & Finding Acceptance

What’s New On The Bookshelf?

Spend A Day With Alex

What’s New On The Bookshelf?

Ellie's Song

Editor’s Letter

Dear Readers, For many, June is the start

Social Skills and Safety: Strategies for Daily Interactions

Let’s explore key safety skills and practical strategies for guiding children with autism through daily social interactions.

Understanding and Supporting Meltdowns in Adults with Autism

What causes meltdowns, and how can we help and support our adults on the spectrum before, during, and after one?