Interacting with Persons with Autism

Individuals with autism often have difficulty understanding and responding to non-verbal cues, which can make communication challenging. This can lead to heightened anxiety, which in turn can result in challenging behaviours. As a result of these challenges, individuals with autism may struggle to develop and maintain relationships. This can be especially difficult for children with…

Sensory Sensitivities and Autism: What You Need to Know

Sensory processing issues are a common feature of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), affecting up to 95% of individuals with the condition. These issues can cause individuals to experience heightened sensitivity or under-responsiveness to sensory input, which can in turn impact their ability to engage with the world around them. Common Sensory Processing Issues in Autism…

Debunking Autism Myths and Misconceptions

Autism is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder that affects millions of individuals worldwide. Unfortunately, there are still many myths and misconceptions surrounding autism, which can lead to misunderstanding, discrimination, and inadequate support for those who need it. In this article, we aim to debunk some of the most common autism myths and misconceptions. Myth #1: Autism…

What is Autism? Understanding the Basics.

Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), is a neurological and developmental disorder that affects how people communicate, interact with others, and perceive the world around them. You may have heard the phrase “spectrum” when it comes to autism, and that’s because it’s a broad term that encompasses a wide range of abilities and challenges. You…

Scarred, but not broken…

It is hard to look at the thick calluses covering Alfred’s forearms without feeling a whole gamut of emotions – like shock, pity, curiosity and even fear. The scars are physical manifestations of daily self-injurious behaviour over his 34 years of life.  Alfred is a non-verbal adult with ASD and he bites himself as a…