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Changes to the Autism Spectrum Disorder Diagnostic Criteria: DSM IV to DSM 5

The DSM IV to DSM 5 are the most used diagnostic criteria for people who have an autism diagnosis today. However, the DSM has been used for diagnostic criteria of mental disorders since 1952. The most recent change in 2013 made some significant modifications to autism...

Autism Guide for California Parents: Navigating Resources, Services and Parent Rights

Picture this: your perfect child isn't keeping up with children their age. Parents might not recognize difficulties their child are having; even if they are not developing at the same rate as their peers. If you are a parent of a child with autism, or think they may...

Sensory Activities: DIY Table Tutorial

The DIY Sensory Activities Table provides fun and learning all year long.  It's  great way to help kids develop fine motor skills and experiment with different textures.  This post contains affiliiate links. When you make a purchase through affiliate links, that helps...

Early Intervention Guide: How To Get Services in All 50 States

Early Intervention Guide At this point, you might be feeling overwhelmed. Most likely, your child has simply demonstrated some developmental delays. Maybe your a little further along in your journey and your child has just been diagnosed with Autism and you're still...