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This website excerpt from "Managing Emotions: Tools and Techniques for Calming Your Child" offers guidance for parents of autistic children on managing their children's intense emotions. The article emphasizes understanding emotional dysregulation in autism, identifying common triggers like sensory sensitivities and communication difficulties, and implementing practical strategies such as sensory-friendly solutions, emotional regulation techniques, and de-escalation methods. It also stresses the importance of establishing routines and providing support for the whole family, including siblings and parents themselves. Finally, it highlights the role of advocacy and seeking professional help when needed.

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This blog post advocates for autism awareness in schools to create inclusive classrooms. It highlights the rising number of autistic students and the inadequacy of current school systems to meet their needs. The post emphasizes the importance of teacher training, creating autism-friendly environments, and peer education to foster acceptance. Furthermore, it promotes community collaboration between schools, families, and organizations to build a supportive network for autistic individuals, ultimately envisioning a future where neurodiversity is celebrated and embraced in all aspects of society.

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Amazon.com product page details are provided for Autism in Polyvagal Terms, a new book applying Polyvagal Theory to understanding and treating autism. The book, written by an autistic psychotherapist and featuring a foreword by the theory's originator, proposes that autism stems from a disordered nervous system. It offers new interventions, including mindfulness and sensorimotor psychotherapy, to help autistic individuals access their ventral vagal system and foster connection. Positive customer reviews emphasize the book's compassionate, strengths-focused approach and its value for therapists working with autistic clients.

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This article focuses on social skills training for autistic children, emphasizing the interconnectedness of the child's social development and parental stress. It highlights effective methods like Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) and occupational therapy, detailing practical strategies parents can implement at home to foster social skills. The piece also stresses the importance of parental self-care, building support networks, and long-term planning to manage stress and create a supportive environment for both the child and parent. Finally, the article encourages seeking professional help and advocating for the child's needs within various settings.

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The article, written by Chris Hanson, explores the concept of executive functioning (EF), a set of cognitive skills that help individuals plan, organize, and regulate their emotions. It outlines different types of EF, including planning, time management, task initiation, organization, problem-solving, flexibility, working memory, emotional control, impulse control, attentional control, and self-monitoring. The article also discusses Executive Function Disorder, or Executive Dysfunction, and its potential causes and impact. It concludes with strategies for managing EF challenges and offers resources for further reading and support.

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FamilyWall is an app that helps families stay organized and connected. It offers features such as a shared calendar, grocery lists, to-do lists, family messaging, photo and video sharing, and a family locator. Some features, including financial management, meal planning, and increased storage, are available with a premium subscription. FamilyWall is accessible via Android, iPhone, iPad, and web browser, providing families with an easy way to stay on top of their busy lives.

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Thrive with ARTIE is a mobile application designed to help teens and adults with autism develop life, social, and executive functioning skills. The app offers three customizable learning paths: Foundations, Thrive, and Elevate, tailored to specific age groups. Each path provides a range of resources and activities, using diverse learning modalities to ensure accessibility for users across the autism spectrum. ARTIE's mission is to empower individuals with autism to achieve independence and thrive in their lives.

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This excerpt from a blog post by Rollins Counseling LLC advocates for a more inclusive society that embraces neurodiversity. The post emphasizes the importance of understanding and respecting autistic individuals and other neurodivergent people, advocating for changes in education, workplaces, and communities to create a more welcoming environment for them. The article outlines various practical strategies for fostering inclusion, from creating sensory-friendly spaces to providing support for families and caregivers of neurodiverse individuals.

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This is an article providing guidance for parents of children with autism. It covers topics such as understanding sensory sensitivities, establishing routines, managing meltdowns, advocating for your child's education, and coping with stress as a parent. The author emphasizes the importance of seeking support from professionals and local communities to ease the journey of raising a child with autism. The article also includes practical tips for creating a sensory-friendly environment, fostering positive sibling relationships, and managing transitions effectively.