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Early Signs and Symptoms of Autism

Parents frequently ask “What are the symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder?” and unfortunately we can’t always give a straight answer. Autism isn’t like most diagnoses where your child will display symptoms x,…

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What Is Autism Spectrum Disorder?

Autism Spectrum Disorder is classified as a pervasive neurodevelopmental disorder. What this means is it is lifelong and relates to the development of the brain. Autism Spectrum Disorder is characterised by difficulties…

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Why Do Kids With Autism Experience Bullying More Than Their Peers?

Research suggests that individuals with autism spectrum disorders experience victimisation and social rejection up to four times more than their peers without autism. When looking at the playground, children and adolescents…

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TIME OUT: IS IT OK TO USE??

I am ashamed and disgusted at yet another news story today about the use of time out used inappropriately in a Queensland school to “manage” the behaviours of a Year 3 boy…

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Why Do Girls With Autism Have Difficulty Getting Diagnosed?

When people think about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), it is often associated with a discrete set of hallmark traits. Some of these include social difficulties, hand flapping, meltdowns, and extreme interests in…

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WHAT IS SENSORY INTEGRATION

As a parent you may have heard the term Sensory Integration used more and more frequently these days when a teacher, therapist or Doctor is discussing your child in regards to some…

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THE VISUAL SENSORY SYSTEM

The Visual System is self explanatory- our ability to use our sense of sight to see, observe, and make connections. However, we aren’t always taught the importance our vision plays in our…

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HOW DO YOU DISCIPLINE YOUR CHILD? THE TOP 10 REASONS WHY PUNISHMENT IS INEFFECTIVE

Punishment only reduces inappropriate behaviour as long as the punishment remains in place.For example: If you ground your child for swearing. As soon as the grounding period finishes the swearing will most…

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WHAT IS PRAXIS?

What is Praxis and Dyspraxia? Put simply, you may have been told you that your child has difficulties with motor planning (planning movements) which involves planning what to do and how to…

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