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4 min · Special NeedsAutism Awareness, Acceptance and Action
There is no cure for autism spectrum disorder. This is not news. Prevalence for ASD also increases year by year since we know a little bit more about the disorder and the diagnostic tools we have now are advanced. This is also not news…
1 min · Special NeedsHuge Discount for World Autism Awareness Month on April 1
A heartfelt letter to our community, Every year we look forward to World Autism Awareness Month because it is a time people pay more attention to our community and what we have to say. And although every year we try to create awareness…
7 min · Special NeedsTips I Wish I Had Known
“Put the oxygen mask on yourself first” means you have to be in better shape to help others. The same goes for you when you have a child with special needs. After the diagnosis, taking care of your child and making sure that all of their…
10 min · Special NeedsDeep Pressure Therapy for Autism
Deep pressure or is a form of tactile sensory input. This input is most often delivered through firm holding, cuddling, hugging, firm stroking, and squeezing. However, before we get into too much detail about deep touch pressure, we need…
1 min · Special NeedsOtsimo's Year of 2020
A year of ups and downs. Highs and lows. And a whole lot of surprises and struggles in between. A huge shoutout to our little heroes that made all this possible. You made our year. Here’s to another year of turning struggles into strengths…
8 min · Special NeedsMedications for Autism
Today, we have no cure for autism spectrum disorder or all of its symptoms. There is . However, there are several interventions developed to target reducing certain symptoms. These aim to . Medications can also be helpful in treating…
7 min · Special NeedsLevels of Support for ASD
People with autism receive the diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder. However, as it is apparent from the name, it is a spectrum disorder. This means that a person can be autistic on different levels ranging from mild to severe. In addition…
9 min · Special NeedsAutism Spectrum Disorder Checklist
There is no medical test to determine whether a child has autism spectrum disorder. The most reliable diagnosis is made by various specialists looking at the child’s behaviors. This also involves certain tests to identify the severity of…
3 min · Special Needs4 Fun Sensory Activities to try at Home this Halloween
Halloween is one of the most fun times of the year! Children get to dress up and have fun with their friends outside. It is a great opportunity to socialize and have grand ol’ fun as well. Unfortunately, in the current state of the world…
9 min · Special NeedsConcerned that your child has autism?
“I’m worried that my 3-year-old is on the spectrum” You may have noticed some things are different with your child. As you know your baby the best, it is normal that you notice differences with their social behaviors. If you feel like there…
