Fresh Moves in the Science of Autism Screening
What if one minute spent playing a game in the pediatrician’s waiting room could help more children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) access earlier...
MPT Helps Develop PBS Kids Animated Series With Autistic Main Character
Move over, “Bluey” and “Paw Patrol”—there’s a new lovable animated animal in town, and this one’s breaking barriers on children’s TV. Created by author...
Benefits of Nature for Neurodiverse Children
One in five children in the United States, which equates to more than 14.5 million children, has special healthcare needs such as physical, developmental,...
Does Your Child Have a Specialized Need? There’s a Camp for That
Every kid deserves the chance to be able to make friends, learn and play at camp, but finding a camp that fits is more...
Using Our Voices for Selective Mutism Awareness
Gregarious. Imaginative. Involved. That’s how Dr. Lisa Kovac described her daughter Noelle’s personality as a child. Young Noelle would put on plays at home...
Pathways to Employment: Vocational Education for Young People with Disabilities
Parents everywhere share a common goal—that is, to develop their kids’ skills and strengths to lead their best lives. Over time, their children's experiences...
Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder
If your child receives a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), it can be a bittersweet moment. The diagnosis could confirm your intuition that...
Autism and Feeding Therapy: 5 Things to Know
When it comes to concerns about autism and food selectivity, many caregivers have questions that are both specific and challenging. The starting point to...
How to Celebrate Disability Pride Month this July
What is Disability Pride?
Every July parades roll out; libraries post signs and hashtags like #DisabilityPride trend on social media for Disability Pride Month—but...
The Special Fathers Network: Connecting Fathers of Children with Disabilities Through Shared Experiences
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...
