Signs of ASD range from mild to severely disabling, and every person is different. The following signs are considered to be red flags that indicate your young child may be at risk for autism. If your child...
What is it like living with autism?
Simple things like talking to other people, and reading people's body language and expressions can be difficult. Some people will be able to speak normally, while others may not be able to speak at all. They might use sign language to help with this...
What is Autism and How Does It Affect People?
Someone with autism might be over- or under-sensitive to sounds, touch, tastes, smells, light or colours. So you might see someone with autism wearing special headphones...
Signs and Symptoms of Autism in Adults and Children
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects social communication and behavior. In children, signs include delayed speech, difficulty with social cues, and repetitive behaviors. Adults may experience challenges with relationships, sensory...
What is autism spectrum disorder (ASD)?
Signs of ASD range from mild to severely disabling, and every person is different. The following signs are considered to be red flags that indicate your young child may be at risk for autism. If your child shows any of the following signs, please get in touch...
Autism Spectrum Disorder Assessments
The diagnosis of ASD requires a comprehensive assessment process and involves gathering information from a range of sources. The aim is to gather insight into a child’s areas of strengths and weaknesses – in particular around their social interactions, communication skills...
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Autism Spectrum Disorder in Children
Cognitive behavioral therapy has two main parts. The cognitive component helps children change how they think about a situation, whereas the behavioral component helps children change how they react to a situation...
Behavioral Therapy for Autism Spectrum Disorder in Children
Pivotal response treatment is typically conducted in the clinic as well as at home. The experts at the Child Study Center can help you to understand the principles of pivotal response treatment, so that you can continue this work at home. Everyone involved in the...
Diagnosing Autism Spectrum Disorder in Children
People with autism spectrum disorder may communicate, interact, behave, and learn in ways that are different from most other people. For example, a person with the disorder may have difficulty using and interpreting nonverbal behaviors. This may include problems with facial expressions...
Common Symptoms of Autism in Children
The label is given to people who have untypical social interactions, communication and have some restrictive and/or repetitive behavior. It is called a spectrum condition because the symptoms of autism can vary such a lot from person to person...
