For many youth diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), routine and predictability can often play an important role in daily life. As we prepare for the school year to come to an end, it can help to consider how much routine has shaped many children’s days over the past several months. School schedules create a …
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Self-advocacy is an essential life skill that helps individuals communicate their needs, preferences, and rights. For youth diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), developing these skills can support greater independence, confidence, and overall well-being. When youth learn to recognize their needs and communicate them effectively, they are often better able to participate in school, socially, …
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Supporting children and youth with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often means finding ways to make the world more predictable, understandable, and manageable. One of the most effective ways to do this is through visual supports. While verbal information can feel fleeting or overwhelming for some children, visual tools can offer something that …
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Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) is a proven approach designed to help children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) learn a variety of skills and reduce problem behaviours. ABA is effective in intervening in a variety of behaviours and is often recognized as the gold standard for intervention, especially when working with children with autism. ABA …