What's Missing from the Conversation About Children's Health
By Dr. Rebecca Jackson, Chief Programs Officer at Brain Balance
Brain Balance Blog:
Autism
The Critical Role of Motor Development in Autism Spectrum Disorder
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental condition primarily characterized by difficulties in social communication, restricted […]
Understanding the Complexity of Autism: A Multifaceted Condition with Multilayered Needs
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is often described using a set of core characteristics: deficits in social communication, restricted interests, […]
It's Autism Awareness Month! Learn More About the Spectrum of Disorders that Comprise Autism
Every April, we commemorate Autism Awareness Month. Why is it important to recognize autism with its own month? Early identification of autism in […]
3 Tips for Making a New Friend
The ability to make new friends is something that can a challenge for any child. There is always some anxiety involved with approaching and talking […]
How to Calm Meltdowns in Children with Asperger Syndrome (ASD)
All kids throw tantrums. They fuss, they scream, they cry and sometimes, they even throw things. They do this at home and in public because they're […]
The Power of Movement in Kids Who Struggle
From dancing to playground games, movement has been shown to be a powerful force when it comes to helping children with challenges related to […]
How Social Stories Can Help Children Who Struggle
The concept of Social Stories has been around since the early 1990s, when it was first devised by consultant to children and adults with autism Carol […]