Articles by Bonita Darula
- How Can You Help Your Autistic Child Create Friendships?
Friends are important to people. Having friends and creating friends for your autistic child could be challenging. How will you be able to accept this challenge and help your child who has the disorder of autism, create friendships? Published 24Jan2012, viewed 57 times
- Do Children With Autism Have Other Disorders -Which Are Related? Find Out
Have you ever thought because your child has autism, he or she could have other disorders or difficulties which are related? How would you know if your child is suffering from some other difficulty or disorder? That is an excellent question. Let us find out, if there are some hints or clues, that may be combined or related to autism. Published 14Jan2012, viewed 10 times
- Your Autistic Child Needs a Prepared Future-Do You Have One?
If you are parent(s), who have a child with the disorder of autism, you probably have concerns about what the future will hold for your child. Are you prepared for his or her future? Published 08Jan2012, viewed 36 times
- Fear and Anxiety In Your Autistic Child-How Can You Decrease It?
Fear creates anxiety. If you are parent(s), or caregiver(s), for an autistic child, you will understand that fear and anxiety probably seems to be a regular part of your daily life, with your child. The question you are asking yourself, is, how can you decrease fear and anxiety for your child? Published 12Dec2011, viewed 86 times
- 12 Easy Tips To Celebrate The Holidays With Your Autistic Child
The holidays are usually full of excitement and fun. You anticipate sharing them with family, friends and relatives. If your child has autism, you may dread thinking of going or participating in celebrating any kind of holidays. There are some tips that will help you celebrate your holidays and make it easy for you to enjoy them. Published 01Dec2011, viewed 37 times
- Can You Improve Your Conversation Skills With Your Autistic Child?
Every child with the disorder of autism has varying degrees of communication skills. Do you want to improve the conversation skills for your child who has the disorder of autism? If you do, how can it be accomplished? Published 19Nov2011, viewed 34 times
- How Can Your Life Improve At Home With An Autistic Child?
I am almost positive your life at home can be extremely draining and frustrating, living with an autistic individual. How can you change and improve this? One way for you to improve your life at home is, keep your family strong. Published 25Oct2011, viewed 32 times
- Do Children With Autism Have Varying Degrees With Their Senses?
I want to learn out of curiosity, if children with autism have varying degrees with their senses. How would I determine the answer to my curiosity? Can it be done with all of the five senses that we have, for it to be accomplished? Published 03Oct2011, viewed 43 times
- I Am Autistic-What Can I Tell My New Teacher About Myself?
Today, I went to school. It was my first day at a new school, a new neighborhood, new faces, and new learning challenges, that are not familiar to me. I want to tell my new teacher about myself because I am autistic. How can I explain how I feel? Published 30Aug2011, viewed 60 times
- Are New Faces a Struggle For Autistic Children?
Socialization skills are a challenge for autistic children. In addition, what about recognizing new faces? Are autistic children considered to be shy if they do not recognize a face, or do they find it a struggle to know who the faces are? If this is true, why? Published 19Aug2011, viewed 54 times
- Is There an Updated Approach For Helping Autistic Children That Is Simple?
I have learned the best way in helping autistic children is to keep it simple. By keeping it simple, it creates an updated approach. How is this accomplished? Published 15Jul2011, viewed 82 times
- Your Child Has Autism-How Do You Explain It to Your Family, Friends and Strangers?
Have you ever been embarrassed or did not know how to explain to your family, friends, and strangers that your child has autism? Many people do not know what autism is. Therefore, before explaining what autism is, learn about it, what it means and be updated as to what your child is experiencing. Published 30Jun2011, viewed 72 times
- Are You Doubting Your Autistic Child Can Hear, Understand, and Communicate With You?
I found myself shouting at my brother who is autistic, because I had my doubts he could not hear, understand, or communicate with me, when I was speaking to him. Published 25Jun2011, viewed 64 times
- Do You Have an Inkling or Suspicion Your Child Has Autism?
The powerful question is, do you have an inkling or suspicion your child has autism? If you are thinking or feeling suspicious your child could have autism, do as much research as you can to learn about the disorder of autism and gain knowledge. What should you know? Published 16Jun2011, viewed 82 times
- Meltdowns And Tantrums Can They Be Dealt With? Find Out
You are in the grocery store making a purchase and suddenly your child who has autism, displays the loudest tantrum you ever heard. There you stand in shock and with embarrassment from this outburst. Your child needs a meltdown. But how? Published 12Jun2011, viewed 59 times
- Could Early Signs Of Autism Be An Indicator Of Playing With Unusual Toys?
What are unusual toys? I believe unusual toys are toys that are abnormal, unconventional or anything out-of-the-ordinary. These are toys your child is willing to use and play with as he or she chooses, because they think it is a toy. But is it a toy? Is it an indicator of signs of autism? Published 31May2011, viewed 85 times
- How Do You Strengthen Your Family Relationships When Autism Is Present?
If you have a member in your family who is autistic, it can affect your relationships within the family. How do you maintain a healthy relationship with a married couple and other family members when autism is present? Published 28May2011, viewed 79 times
- Does Your Autistic Child Have Defiant Behavior?
There are many days I am sure you have had frustration, especially if you try to manage an autistic person, with a defiant behavior. I did not know what that term defiant behavior meant? I thought it was a child or person who was out of control and was not listening to instructions. I discovered what it meant. Published 20May2011, viewed 141 times
- Do Autistic People Make Rational Decisions? Find Out
I recently did some research on autistic people to gather information on making decisions, compared to people who do not have the disorder of autism. As I was doing my research I began to understand that studies have indicated, people who have autism seem to make more rational decisions than the people who do not have autism. Is this true? Published 09May2011, viewed 78 times
- Mistakes You Make Talking To Parents By Giving Unwanted Advice For Their Autistic Children
I felt my brother who had autism, was being the center of attack from family, friends, relatives, who were giving unwanted advice to my parents. Many mistakes were made talking to my parents about unwanted advice that was not necessary. What can be done to correct these mistakes? Published 24Apr2011, viewed 102 times
- Benefits of Sound Treatment to Help Autistic Children - How Does It Work?
I was visiting at a home of a friend of mine, who has an autistic child.
I noticed he was listening to various sounds of treatment, that was
music. I saw that he became more calm, relaxed, less stressful. I was
curious and I had to know, what these sound treatments were and why it
was making a difference in her child? Published 02Apr2011, viewed 258 times
- Learn What Your Autistic Child Is Doing During Recess
I was curious, so I went to a school to observe recess for autistic children. You may have a concern and ask the question, what is your autistic child doing during recess? Learn more Published 18Mar2011, viewed 218 times
- Identify Learning Deficits In Autistic Children- Are There Clues?
Are there clues that indicate autistic children identify with having learning deficits? Do they seem to struggle to imitate others? When new skills are being introduced, do they avoid spending time with other individuals? Do autistic children have a difficult time making eye contact or understanding facial expressions in other people? Could these be clues for identifying learning deficits in autistic children? Published 14Mar2011, viewed 125 times
- Benefit By Having Downtime For Your Autistic Child
If you have a child who is autistic, you know how imperative it is to have downtown that will benefit your child and you. How will it benefit your child? Published 02Mar2011, viewed 92 times
- Make Communication Picture Cards For Your Autistic Child-- How?
Communication for children with autism is one of the major obstacles. Many autistic children have a difficult time to express themselves verbally. Many do not retain or understand the information they receive. Now you can help solve that problem by making communication picture cards for your autistic child. But, how? Published 26Feb2011, viewed 105 times
- Integrate Your Autistic Child With Encouragement
I have learned from my brother who has his disorder of autism, that he and our family needed to be integrated in our community with encouragement. We had to take steps to accomplish this. Find out how these steps were taken. Published 22Feb2011, viewed 74 times
- Have You Thought About How Important Safety Is For Your Autistic Child?
Your child who has autism should be taken into consideration for proper safety. The importance of having safety for your autistic child needs to be taken very seriously. Published 19Feb2011, viewed 114 times
- Your Autistic Child Can Be Taught Swimming--Is This Possible?
I remember when my father took my brother swimming, it was considered to be impossible for a child with autism to learn how to swim. But, was it possible? Published 11Feb2011, viewed 113 times
- Have You Heard About Colored Lenses Helping Autistic Children?
I recently did some research about bright lights, fluorescent lights and sunlight, that can create problems for some autistic children. I started to read about these colored lens glasses. I had to find out more information and know what they were and what the effect is, by helping autistic children. Published 17Feb2011, viewed 265 times
- Make Time To Have a Date With Your Autistic Child -To Enjoy Fun and Play
You as parent(s), caregiver(s), might want to consider having a date with your child to enjoy fun and play, which will help improve the social skills for your child. Published 05Feb2011, viewed 87 times
- Is Eye Contact Important For Your Autistic Child?
If you have a child with autism, you may have noticed that he or she does not make eye contact in the same way other children do, who do not have autism. The question is, how important is it for your autistic child to make eye contact? Published 02Feb2011, viewed 375 times
- Are You a Powerful Teacher For Autistic Children?
What do you think makes a powerful teacher for autistic children? If you are a teacher for individuals who are autistic, what makes you a powerful one, if you believe you are in that category? Published 24Jan2011, viewed 77 times
- Keep Special Occasions Simple For Your Autistic Child-How?
As parent(s) and caregiver(s), have you ever thought of how you will make special occasions simple for your child with autism? I have and I know it can be a challenge, but you can keep those special days simple. Find out how? Published 12Jan2011, viewed 83 times
- Discover The Different Types of Autism
I had to learn many things about the different types of autism, due to the disorder of my brother. I started to do research and discovered some different types of autism, that you can read about in this article. Published 04Jan2011, viewed 97 times
- Are You Curious to Find Out What the Signs and Warnings of Autism Are?
If you believe your child may have autism and you are curious to find out what the signs and warnings are, this information may be helpful for your child and you. These signs and warnings usually appear when your child is pre-school age. Published 18Dec2010, viewed 96 times
- Are You Ready to Teach Your Autistic Child?
Your child has autism. Discover what can be done before you are ready to teach your autistic child. Published 11Dec2010, viewed 117 times
- Do You Believe Your Child Who Has Autism is Hyperactive?
Your child who has autism, is hyperactive. Is this true? One of the symptoms of children with autism is being over stimulated. In other words, hyperactive. This is one of the common symptoms. Published 26Nov2010, viewed 120 times
- Is Your Autistic Child a Finicky Vegetable and Fruit Eater?
Do you feel frustrated thinking about preparing meals for your whole family and your autistic child at the dinner table? You want to have a balanced meal, but your child is a finicky eater. How can you solve this problem? Published 19Nov2010, viewed 249 times
- You Admit You Are Depressed Because You Have an Autistic Child. How do You cope?
What is depression? It is defined as "a hollow; being in a low state; a state of sadness: dejection." You admit you are depressed because you have an autistic child. You have every right to own those feelings and admit how you are feeling. How do you cope? Published 28Oct2010, viewed 109 times
- Medications Used For Autism-- Is This a Positive or Negative Approach? Find Out
There are numerous studies and valid research, that affirm medications used for treating individuals with autism, have a positive approach. There are other statements and research that challenge the use of medications and believe it is a negative approach, in the treatment of autism. How will you make the correct choice? Published 22Oct2010, viewed 144 times
- Are You Interested in The Facts About Autism? Find Out?
Your interest in finding out the facts about autism, is a positive step. There are many facts about autism. These facts change, as new developments are introduced, from updated information that becomes new facts and will create new interests. How do you find out the facts? Published 09Oct2010, viewed 127 times
- Evaluate How Your Emotions Influence Your Child With Autism--- Part Two
Having a child with the disorder of autism, often brings about unwanted feelings of emotions. You would prefer to resist and hide these feelings of emotions, rather than to evaluate how your emotions influence your child who is autistic. What can be done to understand these feelings of emotions? Published 26Sep2010, viewed 267 times
- Evaluate How Your Emotions Influence Your Child With Autism---Part One
If you are parent(s), caregiver(s), who are putting on armor to avoid evaluating how your emotions influence your child with autism, and as such are not aware of the difficult, painful situations, that you are facing, you are keeping your joy blocked. How can you have joy or have it restored? Published 24Sep2010, viewed 111 times
- Do You Have too High of Expectations for Your Child With Autism?
There are many parent(s), caregiver(s), who have too high expectations for their child with autism. In reality, you must remember, that each person is a separate individual. Your child with autism has a disorder, but he or she should not be put in a position where your expectations of that person is too high. Learn what can be done. Published 14Sep2010, viewed 126 times
- Do you Fear a Divorce Because you Have an Autistic Child?
It is easy to ignore the emotions you are feeling, when you have been given the news your child is autistic. Due to this fact, it creates many challenges which can bring about the fear of a divorce threatening in any marriage. What can be done? Published 09Sep2010, viewed 112 times
- Is it Difficult to Keep on Going When you Have an Autistic Child?
It may be difficult at times for you to keep on going when your child is autistic. By accepting the distressing times, does not take any effort. It is easy to focus on the adverse times, or what you think is bad regarding your child with autism. It becomes frustrating and it may be a challenge to separate, how do you keep on going with your autistic child? Published 06Sep2010, viewed 133 times
- Meal-time Preparation Kept Simple With Your Autistic Child and Family - How?
When you come home, you are tired, your child with autism is tired, your family is exhausted, everyone wants to eat. You want to prepare the meals that are to be kept simple for your autistic child and the whole family. But, how? Published 28Aug2010, viewed 151 times
- Are You Afraid to Face the Truth You Have a Child With Autism?
The truth is you have a child with autism. Autism spectrum disorder. That is a big word and a complex disorder to be dealt with. Your emotions are damaged and you are struggling with the question, it is not true. It cannot be the truth. You keep thinking it is not true. It is not true. Those are the words and you are trying to believe because you are afraid to face the truth. Published 27Aug2010, viewed 110 times
- Do You Consider Your Child With Autism a Problem?
What is a problem? A problem is something to be worked out. Many parent(s), caregiver(s), consider their child with autism a problem. Problems are measured in intensity of difficulty. With the many levels and variations, the disorder of autism has numerous problems and challenges, that affect many families. Published 26Aug2010, viewed 113 times
- How do You Calm Down and Cheer up With Your Autistic Child?
Have you thought about exploding or have done it with your child who has autism because of his or her behavior? I have. I found it difficult to calm down and to cheer up. I felt like a person out of control, until I realized I do not have to display that kind of action. I learned how to calm down and cheer up. You can do the same. Find out how? Published 17Aug2010, viewed 140 times
- Does Autism Isolate a Person? Find out
There are many characteristics in individuals with autism, that can cause isolation. Many autistic children have various signs of these causes, which is a concern for isolation. Find out what they are. Published 15Aug2010, viewed 108 times
- Do you Feel Alone and Lonely--Because you Have an Autistic Child?
One of the major problems facing parent(s), caregiver(s), today with autistic children is loneliness and feeling alone. This has been my experience, as I see more and more families who have autistic children. They are requesting help and guidance on how to handle loneliness in their lives, due to the fact that they have an autistic child. Find out what can be done? Published 11Aug2010, viewed 122 times
- Dare to be Different-Because Your Child is Autistic
Are you tired of playing games, wearing masks or trying to be someone other than yourself, because you have a child who is autistic? You would like freedom to be accepted for who your are, without the pressure to be someone you are not, for the fact, that you have a child who is different than other children. How can you dare to be different? Published 06Aug2010, viewed 115 times
- Do You Have the Feeling of Worry Because Your Child is Autistic? What Can be Done to Resolve it?
There are many reasons to worry if you have an autistic child. Worry is an uneasy or troubled feeling. It is human nature to be concerned about your child and the challenges that you will be facing and are already facing. What can be done to resolve the worry of your autistic child? Published 30Jul2010, viewed 105 times
- Practical Tips for Reducing Stress With Your Autistic Child
Any child can bring your stress. Your autistic child will do the same. There are practical tips that can reduce stress with your child who has autism. In the world of today, stress seems to be at the top of the list. How do you reduce the stress of the world, in addition, with your autistic child that is adding stress? Published 22Jul2010, viewed 119 times
- Take One Day at a Time to Untangle the Knots of Stress-- With Your Autistic Child
Are you tied up in knots which is due to stress because you have an autistic child? You are all knotted up and you have no clue of how you are going to untangle those knots of stress, because your child with the disorder of autism is creating problems, and challenges that need to be resolved. Published 16Jul2010, viewed 99 times
- Find Out How to Manage Stress With Your Autistic Child
What is stress? The dictionary describes it as "mental, emotional or physical tension; strain, distress." . Stress is not necessarily bad. The level of stress differs from each of us. It is like the tension of a harp string. You have a child with autism, who could bring you stress. How can you manage stress with your autistic child? Published 06Jul2010, viewed 186 times
- Do You Feel Rejected Because Your Child is Autistic?
I was talking to a dear friend of mine on the telephone, who has a child with autism. She was telling me, how she feels rejected, not part of her family, relatives, and friends, because of her son with autism. Do you ever feel this way, or have felt this way? Published 27Jun2010, viewed 148 times
- You Have an Autistic Child - Do You Feel it is Your Fault?
The news has been revealed that your child is now diagnosed with the disorder of autism. You are feeling it is your fault. You do not know why you feel this way, or can you explain why, but you are taking on the responsibility that it is your fault, which is also causing guilt. What can be done? Published 24Jun2010, viewed 121 times
- Enrich Your Relationship by Making Memories With Autistic People How?
Sharing memories with autistic people can enrich your relationship with them. How? There is value in sharing memories with an autistic person. For example: Published 19Jun2010, viewed 224 times
- Ten Tips On How to Be a Friend to An Autistic Person
People with autism may have a difficult time making friends or being one, for the fact that most of them have limited social skills, which makes it hard for them to relate to others or be a friend. In addition, many have not been taught social and communication skills or how to relate to them. How can you be a friend to them? Published 12Jun2010, viewed 127 times
- How Do You Discover and Develop Awareness With Your Autistic Child?
What does awareness mean? It means being conscious of what is going on in your surroundings and being sensible. How can you develop and discover awareness to help your child with autism? Published 10Jun2010, viewed 127 times
- Laughter Will Benefit Your Autistic Child and You -- How?
It may be difficult to enjoy laughter with your child, who has the disorder of autism because of its many complexities and behavioral patterns. Find out how you can receive the benefits from laughter. Published 06Jun2010, viewed 148 times
- Feeling Inadequate to Cope With Your Autistic Child?
You received the unexpected news that your child is now diagnosed with autism. You are stunned, shocked. Do you feel you are inadequate, to cope with this news? Published 06Jun2010, viewed 146 times
- Persistence Produces Power, for Raising Your Autistic Child. How?
Having persistence with your autistic child will produce power when trying to raise your child. It is difficult to raise an autistic child with its many levels of behavior problems, such as,... Published 27May2010, viewed 145 times
- How Does Compassion Benefit You and Your Autistic Child?
As parent(s), caregiver(s), it is important to have and show compassion towards your child with autism. By doing this, it will benefit both your child and you. How can this be achieved? Published 23May2010, viewed 165 times
- Discover the Experience of Creative Leisure, When You Have an Autistic Child-- How?
You can discover the experience of creative leisure, even though you have an autistic child. You owe it to yourself. How can this be accomplished? Published 21May2010, viewed 137 times
- Find Joy In Traveling With Your Autistic Child-How?
When you pack your bags to explore the beauties of your country, with your autistic child, consider it to be a happy and joyful journey. How can you make that happen? Published 19May2010, viewed 127 times
- Great Selection of Sports--to Benefit Children With Autism
There are many sports that can help children with autism. As a matter of fact, there is a great selection, to get your child interested, for him or her to create a new experience and fun. I have learned, there is no special one-of-a-kind sport for your child to enjoy. Published 16May2010, viewed 165 times
- Feeling Overwhelmed-- Finding Out Your Child Is Autistic?
You have just received the news that your child is now autistic. You are overwhelmed. What can be done?, how did this happen? How are you going to be able to adjust and cope with the news that you may have suspected, but you still chose not to believe, that it could happen to your child and you? But is did, now what should you do? Published 15May2010, viewed 171 times
- Herbs Can Help Allergies For Children With Autism?
Your child may have allergies along with the disorder of autism. Could herbs be a help with allergies? As summer approaches or any season, allergies usually increase for many individuals, and that includes children with autism. Published 09May2010, viewed 128 times
- How to Control Anger and Rage--When You Are Upset With Your Autistic Child?
How to control anger and rage, when you are upset with your autistic child, can be a challenge. But, there are healthy ways it can be done. How, you are probably asking? Published 07May2010, viewed 170 times
- How Can You Have Healthy Anger With Your Autistic Child?
You as parent(s), caregiver(s), and family members get angry with your child who has autism. In addition, your child gets angry with you. Children with the disorder of autism, can provoke anger to individuals, the same way children without the disorder can. So, what is healthy anger? Published 03May2010, viewed 114 times
- Is There Mental Retardation Present in Your Child With Autism?
You as parent(s), caregiver(s), may believe your child with autism could have mental retardation. Knowing your child, and depending on the age of your child, the level of autism, that is a subject that is not an easy one to expound on. Why? Published 03May2010, viewed 140 times
- What if My Autistic Child is Being Bullied?
If your child with the disorder of autism has experienced bullying, there are things you can do to avoid it or stop it, as being parent(s), or caregiver(s). The first thing to consider, is what is the identification or facts about bullying? Published 01May2010, viewed 180 times
- Find Out How to Manage Your Autistic Child, Who is Feeling Angry
The feeling of being angry, is a normal emotion for all people. That includes individuals who have autism. The problem of feeling mad or angry, is how to manage this normal emotion that can be out of control which can make it become abnormal? Published 29Apr2010, viewed 123 times
- How do You Identify Strong Feelings in Autistic Children?
To gain control of certain behaviors and strong feelings, with your child who has autism, he or she must learn how to identify them, when they are demonstrated in your individual. Published 25Apr2010, viewed 126 times
- Puppets as a Learning Tool, to Teach Self-Control - For Your Autistic Child
Your child can be taught self-control by using puppets as a learning tool. This can be a positive experience. How? Published 22Apr2010, viewed 201 times
- What if You Could Teach and Develop Self - Control in Your Autistic Child?
To teach and develop self-control for your child with autism, you as parent(s), caregiver(s), must be ready to use different techniques and strategies, depending on the age of your child, and the amount of understanding, and independence your child requires. Published 19Apr2010, viewed 148 times
- Autism in Toddlers Can be Detected Early--Compared to Infants?
Toddlers, with Autism can be detected early, compared to infants. Is this true? Published 15Apr2010, viewed 140 times
- Is There a Difference Between Communication and Socialization for Autistic Children?
Many people are curious if there is a difference between communication and socialization with autistic individuals. First of all, I believe communication and socialization need to be defined. Published 09Apr2010, viewed 166 times
- Normal Sounds and Noises Can Affect Autistic Children
The normal sounds and noises are sometimes better to be silent for some children with autism, because of their sensitivity. But is silence golden? Published 08Apr2010, viewed 178 times
- Patience, Persistence, Perseverance, and Practice to Help Autistic Children
How can you as parent(s) or caregiver(s) have patience, persistence, perseverance and practice with an autistic child? Published 05Apr2010, viewed 275 times
- Filled With Joy When You Have an Autistic Child - How?
Having a child with autism can be shocking, sad, and difficult. It causes many thoughts emotions and concern. Did you know, that there is also joy in experiencing the unwanted news that your child was diagnosed with autism and you can be filled with it? Published 04Apr2010, viewed 165 times
- Why do Some Autistic Children do Self-Injury and Self-Harm to Themselves?
I am sure you are curious and ask yourself, why would anyone want to hurt or harm themselves? That is a question that is difficult to answer especially when it comes to children with autism. Published 04Apr2010, viewed 292 times
- Are There Miracle Cures For Autistic Children?
If you have a child with the disorder of autism, you are probably looking for a" miracle cure" for the treatment. Are there "miracle cures" for your child? Published 02Apr2010, viewed 158 times
- Parent(s) Who Have Children With Autism Can Become Positive--How?
Most children with autism, have a behavior problem, that can have a negative effect on you as parent(s). What can be done to be positive? Published 01Apr2010, viewed 136 times
- Discover Summer Fun--For Children With Autism
Spring seems to come and go and summer is the time when there should be fun for children with autism. What makes summer fun for children with autism? Published 29Mar2010, viewed 156 times
- Is Your Child With Autism, Ready to be Hired For Employment?
Many people feel or think children who have autism are not able to be hired for employment. This is not true. Find out why? Published 27Mar2010, viewed 128 times
- Should Children With Autism be Punished by Hitting--For Their Misbehavior?
The question is, should you hit your child for the misbehavior that he or she knows that is is not acceptable and understands, though there is autism present? Published 26Mar2010, viewed 209 times
- Teach Children With Autism How to Lace Their Shoes--It is Easy
Children with autism may have a difficult time lacing their shoes, especially tennis shoes or dress shoes for young boys and men. This includes young girls and women also. This can be made into an easy task. Published 26Mar2010, viewed 163 times
- Are You Prepared to Take Your Child With Autism on a Vacation?
Spring and summer are in the making. Families do want to travel. If you have a child with the disorder of autism, it could present a great challenge. To prepare for your vacation and travels with your child, find out when you are going and what kind of transportation you will be using. Published 26Mar2010, viewed 125 times
- A Cause For Autism Has Been Revealed. Is This True?
There are many speculations and research suggestions as to what causes autism. At the present time, there maybe some inklings to what does cause autism. Is this true? Published 25Mar2010, viewed 127 times
- The Value of Caregivers For Individuals, With Autism
There are times when individuals with autism need caregivers as well as their parent(s) or another guardian. What is a caregiver? Published 18Mar2010, viewed 152 times
- Teaching Children With Autism--Using Videos and DVDs to Succeed
Have you ever wondered how you can teach your child with autism to help them succeed? Teaching children with autism to learn with video and digital video discs (DVD's) can be one of the best materials for learning. Published 15Mar2010, viewed 140 times
- How do You Assure Autistic Siblings to Get Along With One Another?
Siblings who are in a family with autism present, may have a difficult time for them to relate, understand each other and cope. What can be done? Published 15Mar2010, viewed 184 times
- Do Children With Autism Experience Bullying?
Do you have a child with autism and you have experienced there may be bullying going on in the classroom of your child, neighborhood, with other peers or even within family members that have affected your child? Published 10Mar2010, viewed 150 times
- Does Vitamin B6 Help in The Treatment With Autism?
There have been numerous studies completed with curious questions of asking if vitamin B6, helps with the treatment of autism. That is a good question. There have been strong reports from sources stating that vitamin B6 in high does may benefit children with autism. Of course this should be taken with other normal supplements. Published 06Mar2010, viewed 214 times
- Autism Disorder Viewed As a Kaleidoscope-What Does This Mean?
I sat on my sofa and picked up my kaleidoscope, turned it, twisted it rotated it and took the time to view the numerous designs, colors, shapes and changes. As I viewed the kaleidoscope while rotating the tube, I noticed how many patterns appeared. I sat on my sofa and thought about the disorder of autism. Published 28Feb2010, viewed 183 times
- Puppets Can Help Children With Autism-How? Find Out
I am an adult and I love puppets. Children with autism do also. Why? because, puppets are creative and can become who you want them to be. Puppets can help children with autism, due to the fact that they relieve tension for those who have a difficult time in learning. Published 23Feb2010, viewed 372 times
- How to Solve the Struggle of Going to Bed on Time, With Children Who Have Autism
There are many problems and struggles with children who have autism, that require them to go to bed, without a struggle and stress, on time. How can this be accomplished? This has been a question that has created a huge challenge. But this can be solved. Published 20Feb2010, viewed 153 times
- How Can Parents Find Leisure Time For Themselves, With Autistic Children
Often times parents will feel guilty if they spend leisure time to enjoy themselves, or do something out of the ordinary that requires fun, relaxation and do exactly what you want without pressure, or forced to do it. You as a parent must overlook feeling guilty, so you can find time for leisure. Published 19Feb2010, viewed 167 times
- Will You Try To Be Informed About Autism? Find Out What You Can Do
Being informed about autism today, seems to be more clear and make more sense than many years ago. When I was younger, I never heard the word autism and if I did, I was not relating to it, and had no clue or idea what it meant. Published 17Feb2010, viewed 137 times
- Discover Why Children With Autism Have Abnormal Relationships to Objects and Events
Children with autism have a difficult time relating to what is considered to be normal, in relation to events and objects. Most of these individuals have a way of interacting with objects or events, with their behavior, that does not relate to the objects or events. The result is, abnormal relationships to objects and events. Published 12Feb2010, viewed 141 times
- Understanding the Emotions in Individuals With Autism
As parent(s) or caregiver(s), we need to be aware of the fact that people with autism, do not always know how to express their emotions in a positive way, that will be understood by others. What can be done? Published 09Feb2010, viewed 258 times
- Is There a Disadvantage of Language Development in Children with Autism?
Many children with autism, have a problem with development of language. One of the first symptoms you will want to be aware of, is if, your child has a problem with talking. Published 06Feb2010, viewed 205 times
- How to Avoid Injuries and Medical Problems With Autistic Children
Children with autism need to have a safe home, like any other child would require without autism, to keep them from unnecessary injuries and medical problems. How is this done? Published 03Feb2010, viewed 284 times
- How Can Bedtime For Children With Autism be Simplified?
Children with autism may fight the routine of going to bed and leave you, as parent(s) exhausted, overwhelmed, discouraged and ready to give up! What can be done? Published 31Jan2010, viewed 156 times
- What is Meant by a Meltdown in Autistic Children? Find Out
The word meltdown has been used numerous times and has expressed different meanings relating to children with autism. What is meant by a meltdown and what causes the more common attributes of meltdowns? Published 30Jan2010, viewed 302 times
- How Do We Get Children Who Have Autism To Do Their Homework?
Many children with autism attend schools, where their teachers or instructors give them homework. There may be times when the child refuses to do his or her homework. How do we get autistic children to do their homework? Published 27Jan2010, viewed 209 times
- Do Children With Autism Have Unique Abilities? Find Out
I have noticed and experienced with my interaction relating to individuals with autism, that they express unusual and unique abilities that are incompatible with their disorder. What are these abilities and are they really unique? Published 21Jan2010, viewed 228 times
- Parents Who Feel, Self-Defeated Raising an Autistic Child-What Can Be Done?
Sometimes, a parent may feel that their emotions are out of sort and start to feel and think they are being self-defeated, trying to raise and understand an autistic child. What can be done? Published 19Jan2010, viewed 202 times
- Time-Out For Autistic Behaviors
Time-out usually works for most specific behaviors that are unacceptable in children with autism. Many parents, teachers, caregivers agree, that putting a child with autism in a time-out zone, is usually effective to curb their intolerable behavior Published 15Jan2010, viewed 192 times
- Autism is Caused by The Age of The Father, is This True?
When one starts getting up in years, is not the total end. But, what about older men who want to have children? Are they at a greater risk for having autistic children? Or, are they the cause? Is their an age factor of being a father, that could cause autism? Published 13Jan2010, viewed 147 times
- Microwave Autism-What is it?
I felt I wanted instant answers, such as microwave meals, and instant pudding, where autism is not an instant formula that can be resolved quickly. Published 11Jan2010, viewed 279 times
- Concerned, About Autistic Compulsive Rituals, Phobias and Anxiety?
Compulsive rituals, phobias and anxiety, that are usually related to fear are more often to occur in children with autism. The interesting result of the studies have revealed that children with autism have a high rated of compulsive rituals, phobias and anxiety. Published 10Jan2010, viewed 325 times
- What About Allergies? Do Allergies Have an Influence on Autism?
Allergies, do they influence or have an affect on the disorder of autism? If so, how? This is the question many parents, caregivers and experts want to know. Many of these people believe that dairy products have been a concern for children with autism due to the fact, that many of them are intolerant of these products Published 08Jan2010, viewed 166 times
- Are Words Nonsense Or a Different Language To Autistic People?
Visual thinking creates imagination in many autistic individuals. Many think in visual pictures to help them convey and process their words. To some people they believe this is nonsense, but it is a helpful tool to realize, words are a different language to autistic people. Published 05Jan2010, viewed 273 times
- Should Autistic Children be Responsible For Their Behavior?
All children need to learn to take responsibility for their behavior. But, what about autistic children who have a behavior problem of temper tantrums, anger outbursts and other areas of behavior unbalances, caused by this disorder? Published 02Jan2010, viewed 230 times
- Discover How an Eye Exam With Your Autistic Child Can be Made Easy?
There comes a time in our life when we all need to visit an eye doctor to have an eye exam. Autistic children will also require an eye exam or an eye check-up. This can be made easy for autistic children with some preparation before the eye appointment visit. Published 31Dec2009, viewed 291 times
- Autism - A variety of Treatment Opportunities Are Available-What Are They?
Countless options and opportunities are available within a wide variety of therapy applications. Treatment is very much dependent on the needs of an individual and most professionals agree that it is best to start no later than the age of two. Published 26Dec2009, viewed 220 times
- What Could Families and People Accomplish By Supporting Autism? Find Out
To support autism one can accomplish a wide range of knowledge to gain insights into the prevention of this disorder and an understanding of how people and families can support each other. Published 24Dec2009, viewed 142 times
- Have You Thought About Winter Gardening for Autistic Children?
Winter gardening for autistic children during the cold months is exciting, fun, and enjoyable. How do you get started with this gardening project when there is snow on the ground? Published 20Dec2009, viewed 165 times
- The Simple Explanation of Autism Spectrum Disorder
The simple explanation of Autism Spectrum Disorder is, people who have autism, can have a variety of symptoms. What are these symptoms? Some will have mild symptoms and others will have serious symptoms Published 19Dec2009, viewed 261 times
- How to Enjoy Family Worship at church, With an Autistic Child
Bringing a family to worship at church with an autistic child could present a challenge for the family as well as the child. The first day of the week, which is Sunday, is usually a time to gather together and worship at a church or a place of your choice and day. Published 18Dec2009, viewed 201 times
- Delight in Sledding With Autistic Children
Most autistic children enjoy the snow, just as other children do without a disorder. What better way to enjoy the snow, that to go sledding. There is snow in many parts of the world. Some parts of the world, there are four seasons. One of the seasons is winter, which is a season of snow and cold but it can be enjoyable by participating in sledding Published 17Dec2009, viewed 205 times
- Learn How to Make Haircuts Less Stressful in Salons and Barber Shops, for Autistic Children
Taking a child that has autism to get their hair cut or styled, to a salon or barber shop may become a challenge to the parents or caregivers. The event of doing this can also be an enjoyable trip for the child as well as the stylists. Published 15Dec2009, viewed 256 times
- What Is The Purpose Of Teaching Children With Autism, How To Play Ping Pong Ball? Find Out
Autistic children do play ping pong ball. Yes, it is true, autistic children do and are able to play the game of ping pong ball. But, what is the purpose? Most children with autism have a passion for playing some kind of a sport game, which helps them to be on common ground and connect with their peers. Published 14Dec2009, viewed 226 times
- Discover How Bicycle Riding Will Benefit Autistic Children
Bicycle riding with autistic children can be fun and will benefit the child. How? The first task you must do is purchase a bicycle for the individual. That decision will depend on the age of your child, height, boy or girl, and what the bicycle is going to be used for and where. Published 09Dec2009, viewed 305 times
- Having Pets For Autistic Children, Is This Advisable?
Most children love animals and want to have pets. This includes children with autism. Pets can be a wonderful addition to the family, but it can create problems and sometimes be harder on the pet than the family members. Is is advisable? Published 06Dec2009, viewed 310 times
- Discover How Computers Will Help Children With Autism
Computers help in assisting autistic children gain self-confidence, it draws them out their isolated environment, and it teaches them to follow instructions that open new challenges and opportunities for them to grow. Published 06Dec2009, viewed 269 times
- Autism, Dancing With Rhythm, Can it Help?
Rhythm dancing to music will enable autistic children to communicate to peers, help with motor skills, teach them to follow instructions, and keep time to the music. Published 03Dec2009, viewed 218 times
- Why the Outbursts of Sudden Temper Tantrums in Autistic Children?
Sudden outbursts of temper tantrums in autistic children is baffling to a parent or parents, of a child with autism. Autism itself is a puzzle, with the medical community offering treatments that work in some specific children, and remain useless in others Published 01Dec2009, viewed 423 times
- Three Valuable Alternative Tips, To Treat Autism
There are hundreds and hundreds of alternative treatments for autism available, leaving parents of autistic children left puzzled as to, what really works, and what is worth investing in. Published 25Nov2009, viewed 171 times
- Discover How Brothers and Sisters in a Family Cope With Autism
For any family with an autistic individual, you probably have a concern for how are their brothers and sisters going to cope with autism. Any family with an autistic person, is aware of the struggles that autism can cause, but most of these issues are focused on the individual with autism, rather than the rest of the family. Published 24Nov2009, viewed 199 times
- Teenagers With Autism, How To Survive With Their Young Adult Age
If you are the parents of an autistic person, who is a teenager or about to become one, you are probably concerned as to, how to adjust, or face this time of their life. Autism is a disorder that has been given prime attention in the public eye for children who are very young. Published 22Nov2009, viewed 262 times
- How Do Hugs Make A Difference In Relating To People Who Have Autism? Find Out
Hugs will make a difference in an autistic person in a variety of ways. When one hugs an autistic individual, they respond by showing they are venturing outside themselves and yearning to connect with others. In addition, it may show that they are gradually learning to function better in society if they previously did not enjoy touch. Published 19Nov2009, viewed 200 times
- Discover How To Potty Train Your Child Who Has Autism
How to potty train an autistic child may not be as difficult as you think. Most parents with an autistic child are extremely intimidated by thinking of potty training, due to the fact of introducing new and stressful things into the life of an autistic child. This may appear to be overwhelming and seem impossible. Published 18Nov2009, viewed 332 times
- Coping With Autistic Children In A Family Environment, What Can Be Done?
How do autistic children cope in family environments? This is one of the critical questions one wants answered, when they have learned, their child has given the diagnosis of autism. How will this affect their family life, and how can they make life manageable, for the child with autism? Published 17Nov2009, viewed 258 times
- Is There An Age That Behaviors Change In People With Autism? Find Out
Signs of autism begins in children as young as six months of age. Parents note that there is a lack of connection or being soothed by being held by the parents, not smiling at six months of age, and the inability to babble or exhibit baby noises by age one. As a child with autism ages, the more profound the symptoms appear, usually leading to a diagnosis that there is something wrong. Published 13Nov2009, viewed 159 times
- Learn How Traveling With An Autistic Child Can Be Fun
If you are a parent with a child diagnosed with autism, you may be concerned as, how to travel with your child. There are many resources and recommendations available from parents who have dealt with those experiences, and therapists who have helped autistic children adjust to traveling. Published 08Nov2009, viewed 138 times
- Are There Specific Toys That Can Help An Autistic Child? How?
If you have a child with autism, you are aware of how difficult it is to find toys for children with autism. Often, autistic children are not entertained by the same kinds of toys that most children are interested in, and they need toys that more thoroughly engage their senses. Published 07Nov2009, viewed 278 times
- What Can Be Done About Holiday Stress and Special Occasions With Autistic Children? Find Out
If you have a child or relative with autism, you may be familiar with the difficulties of autistic children and holiday stress. Around the calendar holidays, or other events such as birthdays, anniversaries, graduations,special occasions, or "just because" special days, the stress level is increased to get everything done. Published 01Nov2009, viewed 194 times
- Teenage Nutrition For Autistic Young Adults, May Make A Difference? Is It True?
Nutrition comes primarily from what a person eats and drinks. Some people supplement their nutrition by taking vitamins. Autistic teenagers, as well as teenagers without autism, need healthy nutrition and a level of exercise that is very important to meet the demands of their growing body Published 05Oct2009, viewed 397 times
- A Picture Says a Thousand Words For Autistic Children Is This True?
Pictures, visual aids can improve communication between parents and their children, that have Autism Spectrum Disorder or, other disabilities. Visual aids helps children with autism, to understand directions, how it affects their world, and what is expected of them. Published 04Oct2009, viewed 412 times
- Could Singing And Music Making Be A Tool For Autism? Find Out
Autistic children tend to enjoy repetitious motion and words. With singing and repeating words to music, children with autism learn to formulate words, and sounds. It helps their listening skills to relate words and sounds, to develop pictures in their brain. It also encourages them to understand rhythm, the coordination of different sounds to make music and develop motor skills. Published 03Oct2009, viewed 206 times
- Does A Healthy Diet Influence Autism? If So, How?
If you have a child living with autism, you have probably heard the publicity and asked yourself how does a healthy diet influence autism? There are many different points of view on how diet actually affects children with autism, including eliminating gluten from the diet of your child, removing casein from dietary choices, for example excluding nuts, soy, and eggs from daily consumption. Published 30Sep2009, viewed 432 times
- Do Autistic Children Laugh-Out-Loud For No Apparent Reason? Find Out
Many parents report their autistic children laugh-out-loud, for no apparent reason. Parents, or outsiders who are unfamiliar with autism, find it difficult for them to understand, and often socially embarrassing. It is important to keep in mind that autistic children have difficulty with proper reactions to social situations, which is why they often laugh out loud for no apparent reason Published 28Sep2009, viewed 472 times
- Find Out Why Autistic Children Slap Repetitively
Why would a child want to cause self inflicted injury? It appears to be the repetitiveness that the autistic child is after, and that they can actually feel the repetition, which may be calming to a child who is overstimulated. The identification of pain that the slapping causes, is not always felt by the self-inflicted injuries done by the autistic child, so he/she keeps doing it. Published 29Sep2009, viewed 217 times
- Poisoning in Autistic Children With Mercury. Is This True?
Many vaccines contain mercury, often at levels that are high enough to cause problems in children. Because of the possible link to autism, many drug companies have created vaccinations that do not include mercury, although many others still exist that contain mercury. Most medical research studies claim that there is no link between vaccinations and autism. Published 29Sep2009, viewed 184 times
- Is There a Clue That Sudden Outbursts of Anger and Temper Tantrums Are Associated With Autism?
Temper tantrums and anger outbursts can not immediately be diagnosed as autism. Usually autistic children have a large number of these which last for long periods of time. There is no explanation as to why these outbursts begin or how they end. Sudden outbursts are often laden with rage, anxiety, and panic Published 15Sep2009, viewed 440 times
- Mercury, Vaccinations, and Their Associations With Autism
Vaccinations containing mercury could possibly be one of the most harmful things we do for our children, while trying to actually do the best for them. For a parent who has a child living with autism, they are familiar with the possible link that has been well publicized between mercury, which has always been included in many childhood vaccinations, and autism. Published 17Sep2009, viewed 418 times
- Gluten Free and Casein Free Diets and the Autism Connection
Some children may not be able to digest casein and glutens, which is where the problems begin. It is thought that possibly if these things are not digestible, they remain in the system, and turn into peptides or opiates in the body, which cause different reactions and odd behaviors. Published 08Sep2009, viewed 813 times
- How Does Diet Affect Autism Symptoms And What Can Be Done To Change It To A Healthy Diet
Genetically modified foods pose a health risk throughout society and it is thought that this is particularly important when it comes to those who are vulnerable through autism to allergies, immune system issues and digestive challenges. Published 28Aug2009, viewed 507 times
- Is There an Oversight That Autistic Children With a General Education May Experience Setbacks?
While many schools try to integrate children with learning challenges into the mainstream classroom, autistic children with a general education could experience setbacks because of the environment in school. A classroom not suited to autistic behaviors and teachers or students not understanding disorder characteristics could hinder the learning ability of an autistic student. Published 26Aug2009, viewed 336 times
- Is There Proof, That Boys Have More Symptoms of Autism Than Girls? What do The Experts Say?
Although numerous studies have found that boys are affected four times more than girls, the reason for the gender differences in autism remain a mystery. However, new research points to heredity and genes. The latest study revealed an autism risk gene, named CACNA1G, which is more common in boys than girls. It is unclear why the gene is more prevalent in boys, but the findings suggest that this gene makes boys more at risk for autism. Published 17Aug2009, viewed 407 times
- What Are the Characteristic Causes For Autisic Body Motion?
Repetitive behaviors are quite common in people with autism. The first signs of repetitive body motion are often seen around age 2 or 3. Wringing hands, spitting, making up verbal sounds and laughing for no reason are all forms of self-stimulating behavior in children with autism. Published 14Aug2009, viewed 257 times
- Learn The Secret Truth About Autism
It is often difficult to identify autistic signs, but they can include anger, outbursts, inability to learn, screaming, throwing things, breaking things, no pain sensations and tantrums. It is very hard to communicate with sufferers and both parents and children suffer significantly. If the illness itself were not cause enough for concern, many point to a secret truth behind the affliction - a link between autism and vaccinations. Published 05Aug2009, viewed 380 times
- Learn Why Autistic Children Think in Pictures Instead of Words
Autistic children think in pictures instead of words because it is easier for them to sort and retain information. By associating a noun to the color and shape of pictures or objects, the autistic child creates a spatial way of thinking that makes it easier for them to comprehend and communicate. Published 28Jul2009, viewed 649 times
- Discover Autism - A Wide Range Of Therapy Programs
Autism is diagnosed in approximately one out of every 150 children. It is generally accepted that early diagnosis and intervention is crucial to enable the child to gain social skills, behavior skills and experience a release from isolation. Published 20Jul2009, viewed 288 times
- Identify Autistic Signs At An Early Age
The affliction of autism is thought to affect children from birth or the very first few months of life, and typically results in an abnormal development in the areas of language and communication, activities, and social interaction. Whilst there is no cure for autism, there are very many different therapies and procedures available to help mitigate its effects; early diagnosis is very important. Published 16Jul2009, viewed 374 times
- Find Out The Difference Between Autism And Asperger's Syndrome
Although many experts disagree about a precise definition, the difference between autism and Asperger's syndrome seems to be a matter of severity and is tied to communication issues. Autism is known as a "spectrum" illness, as it has a wide variety of symptoms and associated conditions, the most common elements involve poor or impaired social skills, a very narrow interest range and sensory problems. Published 08Jul2009, viewed 388 times
- You Can Determine What Age Autism Spectrum (ASD) Can Be Properly Diagnosed
While many children have slight delays in some development areas, there are signs that parents can look for as their child reaches certain age milestones, as a means of properly diagnosing autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Some areas to watch closely include motor skills, speech, spatial memory and repetitive behavior Published 07Jul2009, viewed 439 times
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