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Posted inNeurodiversity News Supports and practices for daily living

Neuroaffirming care values the strengths and differences of autistic people, those with ADHD or other profiles. Here’s how

Associate Professor Josephine Barbaro explores how neuroaffirming care values strengths and difference.
Posted by Alex Haschek May 9, 2024
A woman sits on a bed comforting a child wearing a purple hoodie closed over their face.
Posted inAsk an Autism Researcher Teaching and learning with Autism

Meltdowns after school

After-school meltdowns can be tough, especially with multiple children on the autism spectrum. While research is limited, this post offers practical tips, like addressing hunger, frustration, and using distraction or quiet time, to help ease the transition from school to home.
Posted by mdenham August 17, 2017
A woman sits on a bed comforting a child wearing a purple hoodie closed over their face.
Posted inAsk an Autism Researcher Educational and vocational engagement Teaching and learning with Autism

School refusal

Learn how psychologists, speech pathologists, and educators collaborate to support Autistic children in school.
Posted by mdenham June 26, 2013
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