Teaching Your Child With Autism How To Share
In this blog from Solstice Behavioral Health in Shelton, CT, we discuss ways to teach children with autism how to share and take turns. Why Is Learning How To Share And Take Turns Important For Children With Autism? Some children can learn how to take turns through social interactions, while some children with autism may […]
How To Prepare Children With Autism For The Holidays
In this blog from Solstice Behavioral Health and Consulting in Shelton, CT, we discuss ways to prepare your child with autism for a comfortable, enjoyable holiday season. How Can I Help Prepare My Child With Autism For The Holiday Season? 1. Let Your Child Know What To Expect 2. Be Mindful Of Your Child’s Sensory […]
5 Tips For Friendship And Autism
In this blog from Solstice Behavioral Health in Shelton, CT, we explore 5 tips you can help your child make friends as the both of you navigate their autism journey. What Should I Know About Friendships And Children With Autism? Friendships are key to the social and emotional growth of children. Having friends can help […]
Autism Guide for Grandparents
Often, grandparents are an essential part of a child’s support system. Solstice Behavioral Health encourages all family members to be part of the support efforts that reinforce the Applied Behavioral Analysis therapy in our facilities and throughout our programs. This guide is meant to be a quick tool of introduction to autism with a few […]
How To Increase Self-Confidence In Children With Autism
In this blog from Solstice Behavioral Health in Shelton, CT, we discuss ways to build self-confidence in your child as the both of you navigate their autism journey together. What Are Ways I Can Build Self-Confidence In My Child With ASD? 1. Focus On Your Child’s Strengths. 2. Encourage Your Child’s Special Interests. 3. Use […]
Autism Safety Tips (At Home and in the Community)
As a parent, there’s nothing more important than making sure your child is safe. If you have a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), safety can be even more challenging. Our team has compiled a list of tips and hazards that parents & specialists have commonly shared. We hope these tips for keeping your child […]
4 Autism Communication Strategies
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability that may cause individuals to behave, communicate, interact, and learn in ways that are different from most other people. The abilities of children with autism can range drastically from having advanced conversational skills to being completely nonverbal. The symptoms of ASD generally include difficulty communicating with others […]
8 Co-Occurring Conditions That Affect Children With Autism
When someone has Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), they can have other conditions as well. Statistically, 3 in every 4 children with autism also have another physical or mental medical condition. This phenomenon is called “co-occurring conditions.” It is most common for any existing co-occurring conditions to present themselves during childhood, but it is also possible […]
How Does Autism Affect Mental Health In Children?
According to the National Alliance on Mental Health, children with autism can also develop mental health conditions such as Anxiety Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), or Depression. In fact, children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are at a higher risk of some mental health conditions. At Solstice Behavioral Health & Consulting, we have seen […]
Help Your Child With Autism Try New Food
If your child is a picky eater, you are not alone. Up to 70 percent of parents of children with ASD report concerns about eating habits. Introducing a variety of food choices is an important part of any child’s nutritional wellbeing. It is also a great time to practice behavior responses to new things. It […]