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For many decades, Autism was thought to be a condition that nearly exclusively affected boys. Over time, the diagnosis rate has evened out slightly. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention reports that approximately 3.8 boys are diagnosed for every diagnosed girl. It is now widely assumed that many girls with Autism are missed in […]
In the DSM-V, the diagnostic criteria for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) describes four behavior symptoms. One of those symptoms is “Stereotyped or repetitive motor movements, use of objects, or speech (e.g., simple motor stereotypies, lining up toys or flipping objects, echolalia, idiosyncratic phrases).” Even though demonstrating these repetitive behaviors is not a requirement for diagnosis, […]
The Autism Family Fair is designed specifically for parents of children with ASD, offering a unique opportunity to gain essential information and connect with a supportive community in Hong Kong.
This one-day workshop is specifically designed for parents of young children with ASD, offering them expertized ASD knowledge and practical skill demonstrations that highlight how quality Progressive ABA treatment can greatly enhance their child’s skills and optimize learning progress. The workshop is divided into two parts: a comprehensive didactic session in the morning and an interactive live demonstration in the afternoon with a child with ASD.
Around the age of two, Lucas’ parents noticed that Lucas’ language development was slower compared to his peers, and he seldom communicated or interacted with others. At first, they thought Lucas was simply developmental delayed, however, as he grew older, various severe behavioural problems started to emerge. He was then diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders(ASD) […]
5 Hong Kong Families, 5 Children, and 5 Unique ASD Experiences and Struggles Parents of children with ASD score higher on levels of stress than other groups of parents. The daily challenges of caring for the child are endless and effect all aspects of the child’s care as well as the parent’s mental health and […]
Attending mainstream schools is always one of parents’ priorities. Parents of children with ASD wish their children could share the same school experience as other children. They are hoping that with time, their children will gradually get used to the environment and could learn through their peers in a school environment. However, they always overlook […]
Attending mainstream schools is always one of parents’ priorities. Parents of children with ASD wish their children could share the same school experience as other children. They are hoping that with time, their children will gradually get used to the environment and could learn through their peers in a school environment. However, they always overlook […]
