What are Social Skills and Why are They Important?
What are social skills? Social skills, also known as interpersonal or soft skills, are used to communicate with others. Any time you interact with another person, you are using social skills in some way. Strong
Self-Advocacy and Autism
Am I a Self-Advocate? The dictionary defines self-advocacy as the act of representing oneself or one's views or interests. So, what does that look like practically for someone with autism? There will be times when
Transitioning Back to School
Transitioning back to school after the summer break can often be a challenging time for children and teens, but it can be especially difficult for youth with autism. Because autism covers a large spectrum and
Overwhelming the Senses
Tips for surviving the Fourth of July With crowds, get-togethers, and fireworks, the Fourth of July can be overwhelming for some individuals on the autism spectrum. However, by following some basic guidelines you can help
When Life Throws You Covid-19
What a CRAZY few months it has been. Our vocabulary has increased, adding words such as "shelter in place", "social distancing," "flattening the curve," "self-isolation," epidemic, pandemic, quarantine, Coronavirus, and Covid-19. What hasn't changed is
Integration
The success of our society