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Young Children's Development

Learn about your young child's healthy development.
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Temper Tantrums

Learn about young children's temper tantrums and strategies to help your child.
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How to Get Help

Local Early Intervention Agencies for all developmental problems for children 0-3 years old
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Being the parent of a young child bring great joy and challenges. All parents have times when they feel overwhelmed.
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A Parent's Guide to Autism

If your child has recently been diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder, you have come to the right place.

A Parent's Guide to Autism was developed as part of Autism Speaks' series of Family Support Tool Kits to support you and promote a positive future for your child and family during an often challenging time.

You are not alone in this journey and this guide is a step toward finding the help you need to travel the road to optimal outcomes for you, your child and your family.
Sections include:

Response to the Diagnosis

Your Role as a Parent

Ten Things a Parent Can Do to Help their Child with Autism

Building a Support Network

Taking Care of Yourself

Personal Story: How I Let Go of My Expectations and Learned Unconditional Love

Frequently Asked Questions

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Click here to download the Autism Speaks Parent's Guide to Autism - a tool to support parents after a new autism diagnosis.

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Paediatrics recommends that all children be screened at ages 9 months 18, and 30.
Some of the screening tools used are : Ages and stages Questionnaires, Communication and Symbolic Behaviour Scales, Parents Evaluation of developmental Status, and more.
However, many times autism will not be found until later and older years.

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Did you know that these notable people have autism:
Anthony Hopkins: Actor, director, and producer.
Albert Einstein: Physicist
Emily Dickinson: Poet

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Autism Spectrum Disorder ( ASD), alludes to a wide range of characteristics and conditions distinguished by having a challenging time with speech, repetitive behaviours, non verbal communication, and social skills. It affects 1 in 44 children in the United States.
There is not one specific type of autism but rather many subtypes. They are influenced by genetic and environmental factors. Each person will have a distinct set of strengths and weaknesses.

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Check out this website, if you are a parent or teacher that has a student or child with autism and would like extra resources!

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For years, we've been told that it takes a village to raise a happy, healthy, and well-adjusted child. When that person has autism, the need for community is even more acute.

Children with autism rely on their network to help them navigate the world around them. The more you know about the disorder, how it works, and how others cope, the better you can help your family adjust to this new reality.

Some resources for autism apply to anyone who wants to learn more, but there are some that target specific audiences. In this guide, we'll highlight resources made just for:

Parents. Learn more about how autism touches children, how parents navigate critical systems, and what you can do to help your child.

Teachers. Find out more about your roles and responsibilities in the classroom, and learn more about how you can support your students, no matter where they fall on the spectrum.

Allies. Grandparents, siblings, and friends can also help children with autism, and plenty of resources exist to help you do just that.

Autism Resources for Parents

Researchers say parents who focus on solving problems, getting help, and finding meaning deal with autism parenting struggles better than parents who hope to avoid their problems and emotions. Tapping into autism resources can help you learn, grow, and connect with peers. Those benefits could help to lower your sense of stress.
Research Opportunities
For some parents, digging into the science of autism brings a sense of calm and control. Studies can be dense, and some parents find parsing language challenging, but if you enjoy finding out about the science of autism, plenty of resources are available.

Start with:

Your child's doctor. Don't forget that your child's pediatrician should be a primary source of information. Schedule an appointment to talk about your concerns, and bring along research to discuss before you make any decisions about your child's care.

Do more than share adorable photos of your child. Connect with other parents, learn from your peers, and get support when you need it. Autism Speaks says participating in an online community like this can help to reduce a sense of isolation.

Turn to:

Twitter. Use hashtags like #autism or #autismparent to find threads of conversation and authors to follow.

If you'd like to join a community but find the idea of social media off-putting, reach out to alternative sites such as My Autism Team. You can sign in with your social media account, or you can use your email to connect.
In-Person Support Groups
Researchers say among parents of children with autism, one in five qualifies for a diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder. If you show troublesome symptoms, your doctor may refer you to a support group. Studies show that a referral is a top prompt for parents to explore these groups.

You don't have to wait for your doctor's permission. Search for a parent's support group via:

Your local hospital. Connect with the health education department, and ask about support groups for parents of children with autism. The hospital may hold general support groups for parents of disabled children, and those may also be helpful.

Books to Deepen Your Research
Websites and social media sites share information in bits and pieces. If you'd rather take a deep dive into the world of autism and how it's treated, look into books.

Start with:

Autism Resources for Teachers

Children with autism spend a significant amount of time with their teachers. In your role, you help to shape these young minds and offer lessons that will persist throughout the lifespan.

Even if you're not designated as a special education teacher, you may have students with autism sitting in your classroom. The more you know, the better you can help them.

If you've never worked with a child who has autism, you might feel a little overwhelmed about the task ahead of you. Start by understanding the research and terminology, and you can build on that knowledge later.

Good options for teachers just learning about autism include:

Some students with autism need no adjustments to a typical classroom setup. Connect them with a desk, books, and your standard curriculum, and they'll do just fine. However, many students with autism need help from teachers to thrive.

Online resources can help you make critical adjustments to your classroom to make things easier for your students with autism. Start your research with:
Organizations to Follow
Add a few websites to your favorites lists, and you'll build on your knowledge throughout the year. There are plenty of organizations to choose from, but in this section, we'll focus on those made just for teachers.

Start by connecting with:
Autism Resources for Allies
Children with autism work closely with parents and teachers every day. As an ally, you may have a less frequent connection to a child with autism, but you can still have a huge impact on how the child feels, interacts, and grows. It's important for you to learn all you can too.

The resources you need vary, depending on your connection to the child.

Parents set the tone for the family, but siblings play a critical role. A brother or sister can offer additional support when parents are busy or weary. Siblings can approach issues as peers, which could be an important source of feedback for a child with autism.

Peers should get the majority of information about autism from their parents. Additional resources may be helpful, including:

Parents of children with autism are encouraged to step away from their responsibilities for rest, relaxation, and rejuvenation. As a grandparent, you can make respite opportunities a reality, but you'll need to learn more about the disorder and how it works.

Start your research with:

Anyone Can Be an Ally

People with autism benefit from strong, robust communities. Anyone can join. If you'd like to help but don't fit into any of the categories we've mentioned, connect with the Asperger/Autism Network and join a support group that seems right for you.

References

Stress and the Autism Parent. (January 2019). Interactive Autism Network.

A Parent's Guide to Research. Organization for Autism Research.

Autism Webinars. Autism Research Institute.

A Parent's Guide to Autism. (August 2018). Autism Speaks.

Autism Moms Support Group. Facebook.

Autism Parents May Be at Risk for PTSD. (March 2020). Disability Scoop.

Who Joins Support Groups Among Parents of Children With Autism? (March 2007). Autism: The International Journal of Research and Practice.

NAA Local Chapters. National Autism Association.

Books for Parents and Caregivers. Autism Support Network.

Books About Autism. (August 2018). Autism Speaks.

For Caregivers. Autism Community Store.

Teacher's Corner. Organization for Autism Research.

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Teaching Students With Autism: Guide for Educators. National Education Association.

For Teachers/Educators. Autism Support Network.

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Autism Resources. National Association of Elementary School Principals.

. Autism Classroom News and Resources.

Sibling Support. Organization for Autism Research.

A Sibling's Guide to Autism. Autism Speaks.

. The Sibling Support Project.

. Siblings of Autism.

A Grandparent's Guide to Autism. Autism Speaks.

Support and Social Groups for Grandparents. Asperger Autism Network.

Autism Grandparent's Support Group. Facebook.

. Grandparent Autism Network.

Support Groups, Community Connection Sessions, and Online Forums for Parents of Children and Teens. Asperger/Autism Network.

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Autism Resources & Help (For Parents, Teachers & More)

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For years, we've been told that it takes a village to raise a happy, healthy, and well-adjusted child. When that person has autism, the need for community is even more acute. Children with autism rely on their network to help them navigate the world around them.

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