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How is Autism Diagnosed? Navigating the Autism Diagnosis Process
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I didn’t always know my son was autistic. Reflecting, I’m surprised I didn’t pick up on symptoms with my background in pediatric nursing. But I was also a new mom and in the thick of dealing with a premature infant who spent nine weeks in the NICU. I was just trying to survive and consumed…
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24 Key Autism Statistics for Raising Awareness & Understanding
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As a spectrum disorder, autism affects everyone differently. With increasing awareness and improved diagnostic criteria, it’s crucial to explore the various facets of autism, including its prevalence, impact on individuals, co-occurring conditions, and available care options. In this article, we will delve into the statistics, challenges, and support mechanisms surrounding autism, and uncover valuable insights…
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Understanding Stimming, Hand Flapping, and Other Repetitive Behaviors
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Stimming is the common term used for self-stimulating behaviors. Stimming encompasses a number of repetitive actions and sounds such as hand flapping, spinning, and echolalia (repetition of words). Stimming is generally a harmless way for people to self-regulate. What does it mean when someone is stimming? Everyone stims to some degree. However, It is often…