A child with autism looks at paper emoticons in a therapy session. The paper emoticons are held by a woman with dark hair. She is a therapist.

Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder

Dr. Ivy Chong - 0
If your child receives a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), it can be a bittersweet moment. The diagnosis could confirm your intuition that...
A boy in a suit with a red tie stands next to his father who is also wearing a suit and a light greenish-yellow tie. They are in front of a white lattice fence overgrown with foliage.

Network Connects Fathers of Children with Disabilities

Heather M. Ross - 0
Fatherhood often comes with a heavy expectation for dads to be strong no matter what, but dads need support, too—especially when circumstances fall outside...
A father, two brothers and a wife (left to right) sit on a couch with their dog.

Life with Angelman Syndrome

Heather M. Ross - 0
When the Gurzick family, of Frederick’s historic district, first learned that their son had Angelman syndrome (AS), a rare condition, they did what many...
Campers at Camp Airy

Dyslexia: When is the Best Time to Intervene?

Bella Curran - 0
In the United States, dyslexia affects an estimated 1 in 5 individuals, making it the most common learning difference nationwide. Dyslexia can pose challenges...

ADHD and Social Capital: How Your Child Can Build Strong Relationships

Cheryl Maguire - 0
By Cheryl Maguire A group of medical school friends nominated Sasha Hamdani to create a memory book for their pregnant classmate. Hamdani worked hard on...

Planning a Playdate with a Neurodivergent Child

Sarah Lyons - 0
Playdates are an important part of childhood. They offer time for kids to interact socially without the structure of school or extracurricular activities. They...

Behavior Analyst: The Importance of Siblings on the Autism Journey

Angela West - 0
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that can affect social communication and behaviors. ASD is considered a “spectrum” disorder because it can...
A child with autism looks at paper emoticons in a therapy session. The paper emoticons are held by a woman with dark hair. She is a therapist.

The Importance of Early Diagnosis of Autism

Laura Farmer - 0
During Maya’s* first birthday celebration, her mother knew something was different. “We were singing ‘Happy Birthday,’ and she had such a blank stare. In that...
A boy uses a computer.

Coding: A Good Career Path for Autistic Children?

Jarrad Saffren - 0
  For parents of autistic children, “learn to code” is not a snarky rejoinder to the absence of computer skills. It’s a legitimate suggestion for...

The Importance of Play and Neurodiversity

Dr. Bonnie Soto - 0
Imagine a newborn lying on a mat and reaching for toys hanging overhead, a toddler building a tower of blocks and knocking them down—over...
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