Autism and screaming – two words that many parents of autistic children are well aware off. Let me start with a story. One day, a simple accident triggered one of the most challenging public meltdowns we’ve ever faced. My son with autism, who has a particular fascination with the shape of Oreo cookies, had just […]
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The educational journey with a child who has autism is often filled with both challenges and discoveries. Montessori education and autism don’t always gel well. For me it was no different. It took a significant turn when we shifted from a conventional school setting. There my son struggled to settle even with the assistance of
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Yes, a neurologist can diagnose autism. Neurologists, who specialize in the nervous system, are often involved in diagnosing autism spectrum disorder (ASD) because of their expertise in brain development and neurological disorders. However, diagnosing autism typically involves a team of specialists. Alongside a neurologist, this team might include developmental pediatricians, child psychologists, and speech-language pathologists,
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When a child is diagnosed with autism, it’s not uncommon for parents to experience a whirlwind of emotions. Parents entering into denial about autism is not an uncommon reaction. Denial, in this context, isn’t just about refusing to acknowledge a fact. It’s a complex emotional response to an overwhelming situation. Many parents find themselves grappling
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Autism is not an excuse. That’s such an infuriating phrase we hear sometimes. But what does it really mean? I’ve thought about this a lot and this is where I am. While it’s true that autism presents unique challenges, it doesn’t have to be a crutch. It doesn’t define a person’s entire capability. That’s why
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When my son received his autism diagnosis at a tender age of 2 years and 3 months, it felt as though the ground beneath me trembled. The signs of autism were there but we had somehow ignored them till now. It was threatening to engulf the world I knew. Every hope, every dream I harbored
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