Finding a college to meet educational, financial, and social needs can be particularly challenging for people with autism. Although their IQs are often above average, they have more factors to consider when it comes to finding the right fit.    In this post, we have compiled a list of the best colleges for students with autism, along with some other tips on finding autism friendly colleges. Do Colleges Accept Students with Autism? Absolutely! Some schools even have programs specifically designed to help their students with autism acclimate and thrive in campus life. When provided wit ..read more

Part of autism dental care is visiting the dentist. This can be a daunting experience for anyone, but for those with autism, a trip to the dentist can be incredibly overwhelming. Although adults with autism have likely been exposed to dental offices several times in their lives, this does not make the experience any less stressful. Steps need to be taken regularly to reduce ongoing anxiety, helping individuals develop coping skills that allow for greater independence.  This is something we focus on at the Adult Autism Center, providing programs that help each individual grow and become th ..read more

The transition from living at home to living independently at college is a huge adjustment for all students. For students in college with autism, that adjustment can be a bit more overwhelming. The good news is that with some extra preparation and the tips outlined in this article, you’ll be ready to tackle campus life in no time. Housing Options For Adults with Autism in College There are a few different options that college students can choose from for their living arrangements. Which is best for autism and college? Let’s go over some key pros and cons of each option. Living at Home Pros Le ..read more

Computers are often an effective way to facilitate communication and learning among individuals with autism — and iPads are no exception. Due to an increase in diagnosed cases of autism, software and hardware dedicated to individuals with autism have been developed for several decades. This paved the way for the development of supportive technology, including telehealth systems and everyday apps. With so many apps available, individuals with autism can gain support in an accessible, controlled environment. This encourages greater independence and can reduce feelings of anxiety. Since symptoms ..read more

Gardening offers therapeutic value for so many conditions, supporting optimal physical and mental health. By improving physical, social, sensory, and emotional health, gardening can also help improve symptoms of autism while encouraging the development of critical life skills. Many of the symptoms of autism relate to sensory integration, which is why researchers are so interested in therapeutic gardens. Sensory integration is the ability to feel and understand sensory information from the environment and body. By designing a sensory garden, hypersensitive children with autism can enter a calmi ..read more

Autism can have major effects on a child’s development and create obstacles to learning. The terms autism and learning disability can not be used interchangeably. They are not the same. However, they show some major similarities. Since autism can affect social interaction, verbal and language skills, motor control, and executive function, there are often barriers to learning. This often leads to a misdiagnosis, since some symptoms of autism and learning disabilities overlap. Being a complex disorder, no two individuals are identical. Everyone experiences autism differently. That is why a perso ..read more

Although people with autism are capable of getting and keeping jobs of all kinds, the interview and hiring process can seem a bit more overwhelming for the autism community. For example, should you mention autism in a job interview? Are you required to mention it? What kind of questions do employers ask people on the spectrum? Keep reading to learn the answers to those questions and more about disclosing autism during an interview. Disclosing Autism During an Interview The most common question surrounding autism and job interviews is whether or not you must disclose the fact that you have auti ..read more

No two people with autism have the same symptoms, and these symptoms differ in severity. Although autism is typically diagnosed in toddlers, individuals can go undiagnosed until they are adults. In most cases, these individuals are considered high-functioning. Symptoms may not have been overly prominent — but there will be signs. Whether you or your loved one struggle to communicate, regulate emotions and behaviors, or just seem eccentric to others, autism may be the underlying cause. If you have recently received a diagnosis, you may wonder, what’s next? How will I live with an adult autism d ..read more

Making friends and maintaining meaningful relationships can be difficult for anyone. However, for those living with autism, social situations are often extremely overwhelming and difficult, leading to feelings of social isolation. The barriers individuals with autism face are unique and typically require specialized support. Both children and adults with autism often need help when learning how to interact with others in different types of social situations. Working on these social skills for adults with autism can encourage greater participation within the community. This can lead to more mea ..read more

While many individuals with autism have incredible memories, especially for facts and minor details, they can struggle with executive functioning skills. These skills include the ability to manage emotions, organize and plan, pay attention, start tasks and remain focused on them, verbal reasoning, and inhibition. As an adult with autism, it’s important to consider the latest evidence-based methods in terms of executive dysfunction. The goal of treatment centers, such as the Adult Autism Center, is to help adults with autism reach their potential so that they can experience the highest possible ..read more