Currently, there is very limited intervention research addressing instructional strategies for individuals who are deafblind. This groundbreaking new study, conducted by Chevonne Sutter, Ph.D. BCBA-D, ...

Children with autism often struggle to identify emotional cues in other people's voices because of differences in the wiring and function of a key social center in their brains, according to a new ...

Approximately 30% of individuals with autism do not develop speech that is sufficient for meeting the communication demands of everyday life. People with autism and little to no functional speech rely ...

Source: Carl Pickhardt, Ph.D. One fundamental aspect of being human seems to be that we are social creatures. We congregate in groups, cohabitate together, care for one another, often commit to ...

In pediatrics, communication is a core clinical skill. From explaining procedures in ways children understand to guiding parents through care decisions, clarity builds trust and supports safety.

The idea of the “autism spectrum” is widely used in diagnosis, education and public discussion. First developed by the psychiatrist Lorna Wing in the 1980s, the term was intended to reflect the wide ...

Parenting Tips: The meaning of parenting has changed in today's world. Now, parents don't just give orders, but also explain the reasons behind every decision. Talking to children, explaining things ...