Individuals on the autism spectrum vary greatly in how their autistic characteristics shape their life. Some individuals go through their entire life without receiving a diagnosis. On the other hand, some children demonstrate indicators shortly after birth and are diagnosed as young as assessments allow. This article explains how autism has been defined over time—and […]
Over the years, I have met many parents who come to me with the same question: “What is the difference between Autism Spectrum Disorder and Asperger’s Disorder?” Some parents tell me their child was diagnosed with Asperger’s, not autism. Others hear from friends or online sources that Asperger’s is milder and wonder whether their child […]
Is autism really less common in girls than boys? Should parents feel more relieved if they have a daughter? Why Fewer Girls Are Diagnosed With Autism Autism Diagnosis in Boys and Girls: What the Data Shows How Autism Often Presents Differently in Girls – Social Motivation, Language, and Behaviour Other Common Traits Seen in Girls […]
Throughout my career, I’ve spoken with many parents who, after learning their child has ASD, find themselves under great pressure and often surrounded by a range of negative emotions. Many struggle with questions like, “Why my child?” “Did I do something wrong?” “Will my child have a meaningful future?” “Could this diagnosis be a mistake?” […]
In the previous videos, Toby has discussed how to increase students’ awareness to teacher’s instructions in class and increase students’ language and comprehension skills. In this video, Toby will talk about how to increase children’s motivation in listening to instruction in class. In the beginning, parents can do roleplay trainings with their child at home […]
Parent’s concern： Every time my son goes to the barber shop, he cries and will not sit on the chair for a second. What should I do? Autism Partnership Director, Mr. Toby Mountjoy who’s been working with children with autism for over 25 years is answering this question.
Parent’s concern： My son is 4 years old and he has difficulties in waiting for anything. When we asked him to wait, he would throw tantrum, screaming and crying. He is always like that when couldn’t get what he wanted immediately. This really stresses me out a lot, anything I can do? Autism Partnership Director, […]
Parent’s concern： My child has been asking questions repetitively before doing anything. Eg. when he supposed to drink water, he will ask “Am I drinking water?”. Or when I give him something to eat, he won’t eat anything until you answer his questions. Why did this happen? And how to tackle this behavioral problem? Autism […]
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