Autism Research & Advice Archives

What Are the Early Signs of Autism in Babies?

A new study confirms that ASD can be detected early. Here are four things you can look for in your one-year-old and other signs at older ages.

Selecting the Right Preschool Program for Your Child with Autism

by Diliana Henry Starting preschool is a big milestone for your child. It may be the first time you and your child are separated for an extended period, and your child…

Is It Autism? The Next Steps

During Maya’s* first birthday celebration, her mother knew something was different. “We were singing ‘Happy Birthday,’ and she had such a blank stare. In that moment,…

Coding: A Good Career Path for Autistic Children?

For parents of autistic children, “learn to code” is not a snarky rejoinder to the absence of computer skills. It’s a legitimate suggestion for a career path. Many children who have…

A Girl Is Sitting On The Windowsill Waiting For Halloween.

How to Have an Autism-Friendly Halloween

For many families, Halloween is a holiday to unwind and have fun. But for children on the autism spectrum who rely on predictability to maintain a sense of order, the deviations from normalcy…

How to Find a College for a Child With Autism

Students with autism can get admitted and succeed in college, especially since more schools have support programs to help them.

Weighted Blankets for Kids: Do They Help Them Sleep?

Parents of children with autism, ADHD and other special needs have turned to gravity blankets as a sleep aid. A pediatrician urges caution.

It Takes More Than a Special Needs Trust to Plan Their Financial Future

A special needs trust is a good start, but how do you fund it?

NJ Autism Rate Up 43 Percent, CDC says

The increase is "startling," according a Rutgers professor.

Autism Awareness Events 2019

April is Autism Awareness Month! Celebrate at events in Pennsylvania, South Jersey and Delaware.

Can Medical Marijuana Help Your Child?

Updated: April 17, 2019 Kiera, an 11-year-old Glenside, PA girl who suffers from seizures, is sleeping much better now. So too is Grace, an eight-year-old with autism, from Harleysville, PA. Both children are using medical marijuana for their medical conditions.…

Resources that Help Children with Autism Build Social Skills

Activities and therapies that increase appropriate social interactions for children with autism spectrum disorders

Does Your Child Have Sensory Processing Disorder?

Learn the indicators of a sensory processing disorder (SPD) and how to treat it.

Why Early Intervention Is Critical

It's never too soon to have a child tested if you suspect a learning different or other disability. Kids take bigger strides the sooner they start getting support.

Tools to Build Kids' Self-Advocacy Skills

What parents can do to guide students with special needs to know how to ask for support when needed

Autism and Wandering

Is your child with autism prone to wandering, also called eloping? Find out how to reduce the risk.

Life After High School

Plan ahead for the transition to adulthood so your son or daughter with special needs can find the right path after high school.

Can Kids Lose Their Autism Diagnosis?

Is it possible for a child to lose or outgrow a diagnosis of autism? Local experts tackle this sensitive issue.

Educational Interventions for Children with Autism

What types of learning strategies do schools use for children on the autism spectrum? Get the details on programs that support literacy, behavior and scheduling.