ATN/AIR-P Strategies to Improve Sleep in Children with Autism
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3y ago
ATN/AIR-P Strategies to Improve Sleep in Children with Autism alexandra.watters Fri, 08/17/2018 - 21:23 On Many children with autism have difficulty with sleep. This can be stressful for children and their families. This informational booklet is designed to provide parents with strategies to improve sleep in their child affected by autism. The suggestions in this tool kit are based on both research and clinical experience of sleep experts. Sections include: Things to keep in mind Provide a comfortable sleep setting Establish regular bedtime habits Simple tips to a better bedtime routine Teac ..read more
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ATN/AIR-P Pica Guide for Professionals
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by alexandra.watters
3y ago
ATN/AIR-P Pica Guide for Professionals alexandra.watters Fri, 08/17/2018 - 20:32 On Pica, the repeated eating of non-food items, is the eating disorder most often displayed by children with autism. For example, a child may eat food from a garbage can or bite off a piece of a toy plastic car and swallow it quickly. Other children hold things in their mouths and move them around only swallowing the item occasionally.  This resource provides information for primary care medical providers about the medical and behavioral treatment of pica in children with autism. Sections include: What is p ..read more
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ATN/AIR-P Having an Electroencephalogram (EEG): A Guide for Providers
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by alexandra.watters
3y ago
ATN/AIR-P Having an Electroencephalogram (EEG): A Guide for Providers alexandra.watters Fri, 08/17/2018 - 20:13 On EEGs can be difficult for all people, but especially for children and adults with autism. This guide will help providers make the EEG process easier and more comfortable for patients on the spectrum. The guide proves information about autism, the unique aspects of the diagnosis that are important to consider, ways that parents and caregivers can help prepare their child before the procedure and how to help children and families during the actual EEG. Sections include: Why does a ..read more
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ATN/AIR-P Guide to Providing Feedback to Families Affected by Autism
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by alexandra.watters
3y ago
ATN/AIR-P Guide to Providing Feedback to Families Affected by Autism alexandra.watters Fri, 08/17/2018 - 20:07 On For parents, receiving an autism diagnosis for their child can be an overwhelming experience. Healthcare professionals can play a significant role in making this process more comfortable and positive. This manual and the accompanying videos provide healthcare professionals with information and tools to lead productive and positive diagnostic feedback sessions. The manual and videos focus on all aspects of providing information about a diagnosis - verbal, written and bod ..read more
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ATN/AIR-P Guide to Exploring Feeding Behavior in Autism
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by alexandra.watters
3y ago
ATN/AIR-P Guide to Exploring Feeding Behavior in Autism alexandra.watters Fri, 08/17/2018 - 15:42 On Some researchers estimate that over half of children with autism have some sort of issue with food. These feeding issues can be of significant concern to parents because they can impact their child’s health and wellbeing.  This tool kit helps parents and professionals better understand feeding issues. Sections include: What are Feeding Problems? Conditions that Might Affect Feeding When to be Concerned Tips to Help with Feeding Issues at Home Frequently Asked Questions We hope that this ..read more
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ATN/AIR-P Guide to Managing Constipation in Children
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by alexandra.watters
3y ago
ATN/AIR-P Guide to Managing Constipation in Children alexandra.watters Fri, 08/17/2018 - 15:37 On Many children have constipation. Children with autism might have more problems with constipation than other children. Difficulty with things like sitting on the toilet and eating different foods can make treating constipation challenging. Many children with autism have gastrointestinal issues, including constipation. The symptoms of autism can make treating constipation difficult. This guide provides strategies and resources for parents of children with autism to help with constipation. Sections ..read more
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ATN/AIR-P Tool Kit for Dental Professionals
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by alexandra.watters
3y ago
ATN/AIR-P Tool Kit for Dental Professionals alexandra.watters Fri, 08/17/2018 - 15:31 On Many children with autism experience a great deal of anxiety when visiting the dentist’s office. This can be caused by a fear of the unknown, difficulties communicating and reactions to sensory sensitivities. This guide for dental professionals includes ways to help reduce children’s anxiety level and tips to make the visit more comfortable. The guide will help you better serve the needs of children with autism. Sections include: What is Autism? Potential Areas of Concern for Parents Preparing ..read more
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ATN/AIR-P Provider's Guide to Blood Draws
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by alexandra.watters
3y ago
ATN/AIR-P Provider's Guide to Blood Draws alexandra.watters Fri, 08/17/2018 - 15:28 On For medical professionals caring for patients with autism, preparing to meet the unique needs of each child can help make a visit more productive and less stressful. This tool kit provides strategies that you and your staff can use to help children with autism more easily complete routine medical procedures and blood draws. It will help reduce the stress felt by your patients and their parents. Although completing blood work is the main focus of these materials, the information and techniques presented her ..read more
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A Friend's Guide to Autism
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by alexandra.watters
3y ago
A Friend's Guide to Autism alexandra.watters Fri, 08/17/2018 - 15:08 On A Friend’s Guide to Autism is a tool for friends of families affected by autism. The guide will provide you with an overview of autism, information about feelings your friend might be experiencing, tips to help you support both the child and family, stories of support and more.   Autism Speaks is committed to increasing understanding and acceptance of people with autism and their families and it is friends like you who help fuel this mission. Thank you for taking the time to learn more about what your friend is ..read more
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A Grandparent's Guide to Autism
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by alexandra.watters
3y ago
A Grandparent's Guide to Autism alexandra.watters Fri, 08/17/2018 - 15:03 On If you are a grandparent of a child recently diagnosed with autism, you have come to the right place. This guide will help provide you with a better understanding of autism, and arm you with tips, tools and real life stories to guide you as you support your family immediately after the diagnosis and beyond. It will help you form a positive relationship  with your grandchild and provide the encouragement your child needs to raise a child with autism.  Sections include: About Autism Reactions to t ..read more
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