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7 min · EducationHelping Special Needs Children Navigate Back-to-School Time
School season is always a hassle in every household. Getting used to the change of routines could be overwhelming, especially for a special needs child. But today, we are to deal with issues other than those that come naturally with the…
10 min · AutismWhat causes Autism? Is it genetic and environmental?
The most common question asked after autism diagnosis is what is the cause of autism. Until this day, there is no single known cause of autism spectrum disorder. There are several studies that autism is a combination of genetic and non…
9 min · AutismDiagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder in Adults
Can Adults Have Autism Spectrum Disorder CDC states that autism spectrum disorder can occur in age, racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups. The spectrum disorder is generally characterized by social and communication difficulties…
12 min · AutismFacts About Autism You Need To Know
Facts About Autism Prevalence According to 2016 data, CDC reported in 2020 that around 1 in 54 children in the United States is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. Boys are four times more likely to be diagnosed with autism compared…
12 min · BehaviorHow to Calm an Autistic Child During a Meltdown
It can get difficult to manage tantrums and meltdowns. Parents and caregivers who experience this, often wonder how to calm their autistic child. We wanted to gather some information on what are meltdowns and tantrums, and how to deal with…
2 min · AutismOtsimo Pledging 1% of Otsimo Product for Free to Special Need NGO’s
We believe the give back culture should be an integral part of every aspect of what we are doing. To this end, we are happy to announce that we are now pledging 1% of our product to NGOs focusing on special needs. We are hoping to make a…
18 min · BehaviorAutism and Food Aversion
A comprehensive guide on how to tackle food aversions and food sensitivity amongst children with autism. What is Sensory Sensitivity? can often be found alongside with autism. Sensory issues that can be found with autism usually include…
12 min · BehaviorAutism and Behavioural Therapy
Behavioral therapy describes types of therapy that treat mental health disorders. Through this therapy, it is aimed to identify and help change the harmful or unhealthy behaviors. Behavioral therapy is based on the idea that all behaviors…
1 min · EducationBenefits of Technology For a Special Needs Student
Children with special needs tend to have a difficult time in a mainstream classroom environment, and often feel excluded. Technology is a great way to help children with special needs feel more accommodated in the classroom, as well as…
1 min · AutismCommunicating With People on the Spectrum
People on the Spectrum can have a difficult time communicating with other people. If you are not familiar with autism, as a neurotypical person, it is very important to know what’s considered offensive and how you can comfortable carry a…
