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Boo-tiful Acceptance: Celebrating Different Abilities This Halloween
Read full article: Boo-tiful Acceptance: Celebrating Different Abilities This HalloweenOne local mom highlights the need for inclusivity and patience during Halloween, especially for children with autism and other neurological differences, who experience the holiday uniquely.
The Deep Blue Ridge: Elevator enthusiast with autism uses passion to lift others like him
Read full article: The Deep Blue Ridge: Elevator enthusiast with autism uses passion to lift others like himOne Roanoke man living with autism is hoping to elevate others with autism, one lift at a time through his passion for elevators.
Teacherโs perspective: โIf you have met one child with autism, then you have only met one child with autismโ
Read full article: Teacherโs perspective: โIf you have met one child with autism, then you have only met one child with autismโA teacher who helps preside over a program for students with autism, Carrie Jones knows full well some aspects the general public might not understand.
Autism workshop helps bridge the gap for those on the spectrum
Read full article: Autism workshop helps bridge the gap for those on the spectrumChildren with autism are often overlooked during the transition from high school to adulthood, but a workshop at the Hotel Roanoke today helped parents and supporters bridge the gap.
Preparing for Halloween: How trick-or-treating may look different for those with autism
Read full article: Preparing for Halloween: How trick-or-treating may look different for those with autismWhatever youโre greeted with, not greeted with, or what trick-or-treaters come to your doorstep on Halloween night, one thing is for sure: โA little kindness goes a long way.โ
Roanoke family shares how COVID-19 pandemic challenges affected children with autism
Read full article: Roanoke family shares how COVID-19 pandemic challenges affected children with autismCOVID-19 led to major learning loss for children, but without interaction and an inability to have therapy, children with autism faced a much greater challenge.
โWhat should more people understand about autism?โ Your responses are so important to read
Read full article: โWhat should more people understand about autism?โ Your responses are so important to readConsidering this month is an important time to learn more about autism, we thought weโd ask you, our readers and viewers: If any of you have a close connection to autism spectrum disorder (perhaps youโve been diagnosed, or you have a friend or child with autism), is there anything you wish more people understood?
Tell us: Whatโs something you wish more people understood about autism?
Read full article: Tell us: Whatโs something you wish more people understood about autism?Considering this month is an important time to learn more about autism, we thought weโd ask you, our readers and viewers: If any of you have a close connection to autism spectrum disorder (perhaps youโve been diagnosed, or you have a friend or child with autism), is there anything you wish more people understood?
5 activities for children with autism whoโve been under stress, anxiety due to the pandemic
Read full article: 5 activities for children with autism whoโve been under stress, anxiety due to the pandemicOne way to cope with any extra stress or anxiety is to have the kids engage in play time to help develop motor skills, social skills and language development, according to Dr. Jen Harstein, a childrenโs developmental psychologist who works with autistic children daily.
โUnderstanding, accepting, embracing:โ How these twins with autism inspire their community
Read full article: โUnderstanding, accepting, embracing:โ How these twins with autism inspire their communityFor Anthony and Sammy Taormina, there are two dates that define their lives as people with Aspergerโs syndrome, an autism spectrum disorder.
Is autism โawarenessโ enough? Some advocate for Autism Acceptance Month
Read full article: Is autism โawarenessโ enough? Some advocate for Autism Acceptance MonthApril has widely been known as Autism Awareness Month in the U.S., as a way to empower people living with autism and their families.