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Using Timers For Children With Autism

January 23, 2020May 31, 2021 Amy Nielsen

Amy shares how she uses timers with her son who has autism and offers helpful tips and suggestions.Continue reading Using Timers For Children With Autism →

How to Increase Compliance in Kids with Autism

September 10, 2019May 17, 2021 Amy Nielsen2 Comments

Children with developmental disabilities, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, often struggle to comply with the many requests of parents and educators. This can make everyday life frustrating for all involved. Thankfully there are simple strategies that will significantly improve a child’s ability and willingness to comply so everyone has more peace in their lives.

Eating with Autism: The Happy Dance

September 21, 2018May 17, 2021 Amy Nielsen4 Comments

My husband and I often refer to Barclay’s food preferences as The Nursing Home Diet. Barclay prefers his food soft, bland, room temperature, and not much of it. But the truth is, up to 80 percent of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), like Barclay, are selective eaters. This is the result of numerous reasonsContinue reading Eating with Autism: The Happy Dance →

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