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special needs child hypersensitive to different textures of food

Why is my special needs child hypersensitive to different textures of food?

Why is my special needs child hypersensitive to different textures of food? Every autistic child is unique, and there can be various reasons why they may be hypersensitive to different textures of food. Hypersensitivity to food textures is often associated with a condition called sensory processing disorder (SPD) or sensory sensitivity, which can occur in …

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Navigating Sleep Issues in Autism

Navigating Sleep Issues in Autism: Understanding, Strategies, and Support

Navigating Sleep Issues in Autism: Understanding, Strategies, and Support Sleep is a fundamental aspect of our well-being, playing a crucial role in physical health, cognitive function, and emotional stability. However, for individuals on the autism spectrum, sleep can often become a complex challenge. Sleep issues are common among people with autism, affecting both children and …

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Tips for parents of kids with autism

Tips for parents of kids with autism to overcome OCD at the dining table

Tips for parents of kids with autism to overcome OCD at the dining table Before I share diet and mealtime-related tips, I would like to share an experience treating a child. This child was diagnosed with autism at 2 years of age. As she grew older, her parents noticed that she developed obsessive-compulsive tendencies, particularly …

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Top 10 Tools to Teach Writing for Children

Top 10 Tools to Teach Writing for Children

Top 10 Tools to Teach Writing for Children This article is mainly focused on generating interest in young children for writing. These tools to teach writing for children can benefit anybody. Especially children who need that extra push to be able to bring out the best potential for writing.  The reasons can be any neurological …

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OT Activities for Down’s Syndrome

OT Activities for Down’s Syndrome

OT Activities for Down’s Syndrome The OT activities in Down’s syndrome target limitations and improve the functioning of individuals. The cause for Down’s is trisomy of the 21st pair of chromosomes. Thus, instead of 46 chromosomes, the child has 47 chromosomes. A child with Down syndrome has hypermobility of joints and laxity of ligaments Also, they …

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