Alee Behavioral Healthcare

  When we are young, we begin to develop a range of skills that we will then carry with us into adulthood. This includes skills in areas such as problem-solving, relationship-building, and communication. In fact, these skills are often the foundation upon which our future personalities are based upon. However, some children with autism find it harder than others to communicate with their peers and loved ones. This could be due to the fact that they find communication in general difficult or because they are non-verbal. It is estimated that 40% of people with autism are non-verbal. With that in mind, it is important that you help your child with autism develop their skills in communication so that they can find their voice and reach their full potential. Here are some simple ways in which you can get started and help them find their voice ! Practice Non-Verbal Communication It’s important to remember that not all forms of communication involve speaking aloud. For example, you could ...

The new academic year can be challenging for any child. After all, entering a new grade (or school entirely) comes with a shift in responsibilities and expectations. They will also have to adjust to a new teaching style and re-integrate with their peers after spending a lot of time at home. As such, it’s important that you find as many ways as possible to prepare your child to go back to school! Talk about going back to school ahead of time. Children with autism  often react best to new situations when they are able to prepare for them ahead of time. Therefore, you should ensure you give them plenty of advance warning before their first day at school rolls around. Ask to meet their new teacher ahead of time As your child moves into a new grade at school, it’s likely that they will also be assigned a new teacher. While this can be incredibly exciting, it does mean a slight deviation from what they are used to – as they may have grown accustomed to a specific teacher’s teaching style...

  There are many benefits associated with going on a family vacation. After all, without having to contend with work, school, or your usual social calendar, you can spend more quality time with each other than ever before. While you may view an escape from your home and routine as something to look forward to, this can be an incredibly daunting experience for children with autism and related disorders . This is because they tend to thrive in familiar environments and prefer to stick to a consistent routine as a result. However, that’s not to say that those with autism and related disorders cannot enjoy vacationing – you may simply need to put some extra accommodations in place to care for them during your travels. With that in mind, here are some tips that may be useful when heading out on your summer vacation! Put Together a Vacation Schedule While you may be keen to catch up on sleep and enjoy a more relaxed pace of life during your vacation, putting together some kind of schedu...