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How to Follow a Healthy Lifestyle with Autism

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Even as adults, many of us struggle to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Whether we find it difficult to remain motivated with exercise or to stick to a nutritious diet, we must find a healthy balance! However, for children with autism (and their families), it can be even more difficult to follow a healthy lifestyle, and many will require extra support to ensure they can do so. At Alee Behavioral, we have many years of experience in working with children with autism and their families to ensure they can reach their full potential. Our holistic approach encompasses many different kinds of Autism Therapy, from speech therapy to Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA). However, we also understand the importance of maintaining a healthy, balanced lifestyle in addition to any extra support they may receive. To help, we’ve compiled some ‘Top Tips’, on how to best maintain a healthy lifestyle for children with autism! Keep moving! Children with autism will have varied interests and hobbies. They tend

How Do I Know Which Autism Therapy Is Right for My Child

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Neurodiverse children and adults experience the world in different ways to neurotypical people. For example, they may respond differently to sounds, sights, and sensations due to how they process the things happening around them. However, the issue is that the world is built for neurotypical people and their comfort, meaning that the varying needs of the neurodiverse population are not taken into account. While there has been plenty of positive change in terms of inclusivity (such as sensory-friendly film screenings) in recent years, there is still a long way to go. As a result, psychologists have developed a range of intervention techniques used to support those with autism and related disorders so that they can reach their full potential. One such intervention is therapy. In this guide, we will walk you through some of the different forms of therapy available at our clinic and how to decide which program is right for you. Applied Behavior Analysis Applied behavior analysis, or ABA, i