Anxiety is one of the biggest challenges facing individuals on the autism spectrum. Parents and therapists and other professionals all want and need to know how to effectively manage feelings of anxiety in individuals with...
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Book Review: Managing Anxiety in People with Autism
Anxiety is an often overlooked or misunderstood problem, especially when it comes to children. It’s true most individuals with anxiety are 18 years old or over, but anxiety does affect children, and it can be a major problem for individuals...
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As a parent and a doctor, I have plenty of experience with our fragmented and confusing healthcare system. I have seen firsthand the challenges faced by patients who navigate it. From the first sign of illness to the last medical bill, our...
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Doodle Buddy Gold is a popular finger painting app that can be great for calming children with anxiety issues. There are tons of colors to choose from and fun stamps that make silly sounds when your child adds them to the picture. Doodle Buddy...
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Here are three practical, simple solutions caregivers can use to help reduce anxiety and deal better every day with a child who has anxiety from autism. Autism spectrum disorders and anxiety go hand-and-hand like sneezing and a cold.
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