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Talking to your child about their autism diagnosis

It’s one of the most common questions parents of a newly diagnosed child have — Do I tell my child that they’re autistic?

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Autism and genetic disorders

Many genetic diagnoses increase the likelihood that a child will be diagnosed with autism.

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Self-compassion for autistic people and their families during the holiday season

Here are some strategies for autistic people and families to practice self-compassion and find ways to celebrate things as they are.

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Elopement and wandering in children with autism

Families often focus on how to respond when their child elopes, but the most important and effective steps to take are to prevent a child from eloping in the first place.

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Finding summer fun for children with autism

Looking for summer fun for your child with autism? Here are some things you can do without spending a lot of money.