Tag Archives: Autism

When the pandemic turned the world upside down, local mom Hannah Grieco found that puzzles helped bring peace and order to her kids' lives.

The change is meant to foster inclusivity, says Tom Flis, behavioral services manager at Sheppard Pratt.

One local mom explains why autism, like race and religion, should be included in conversations about inclusion at school.

Joy Johnson, author of "Happy, Flappy and Me," says it depends on whether the behavior is regulating sensory input

ll of us remember our first job. Whether it was helping out with the family business, serving sweet treats at the local frozen yogurt shop, mowing lawns or working at a summer camp, it was an experience that, for better or for worse, you’ll always remember. While first jobs rarely …

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) defines autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as “a developmental disability that is caused by differences in how the brain functions. People with ASD may communicate, interact, behave and learn in different ways.” About one in 59 children have been diagnosed with autism spectrum …