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  • What are the benefits of social stories for children with autism?
    June 29, 2024 SpecialKids .Company

    What are the benefits of social stories for children with autism?

    For some children with autism, communication can be difficult. They might be unable to talk, have limited speech or have situational / selective mutism. Further to this, some children may be cognitively impaired and find it difficult to understand certain situations. These children may benefit from communication aids, one such aid being a social story.
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  • Things to consider when buying clothing for children with autism
    June 15, 2024 SpecialKids .Company

    Things to consider when buying clothing for children with autism

    If you are the parent to a child with autism, you might find it challenging to buy clothing for them that they are able to wear. Children with autism and sensory issues can find certain items and textures of clothing irritating and as such, it can be difficult purchasing clothes that are suitable for them. In this blog, SpecialKids Company will provide a list of things that you should consider when buying clothes for children with autism or sensory needs.
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    March 15, 2024 SpecialKids .Company

    How to avoid sensory overload and overstimulation in children with autism

    Children with autism often have sensory needs that can have a huge impact on their day-to-day life. Certain smells, sights, textures and sounds can be overwhelming and cause stress, worry and anxiety. When this happens, a child can experience sensory overload and be overstimulated. In this blog, SpecialKids Company will list suggestions for you to help you to avoid this for your child.
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    March 1, 2024 SpecialKids .Company

    Best courses for parents of an autistic child

    Parenting isn’t easy. Whilst it is undoubtedly the biggest blessing, it is also constant. It’s around the clock love, care and patience. However, when your child is autistic it can feel harder to get it ‘right’. You want to celebrate your child’s neurodiversity and help them to feel happy, healthy and supported. There are courses to help parents around the country and online on how best to support children with autism. In this blog, SpecialKids.Company will round up some of the best ones for you should you wish to explore them.
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