In this section, we look at autism spectrum disorder and the different toys that kids who are on the spectrum can use as part of their behavioral therapy. Of key concern are the toys for autistic kids who are nonverbal. These toys are audio and encourage imitating the sounds made by the toys. They also encourage social interaction so that the kid can relate well with others.
Autistic kids are also very sensitive to sounds as well as lights. They will want to use noise cancelling devices such as headphones or even non conspicuous earbuds that muffle out the excess noise. These devices can be used in movie theatres, classes, school dinner hall or even in a noisy bus when the kid wants to focus on something but they are unable to do so because of the excessive noise.
Kids with ASD have been found to be really anxious and at most times they do fidget. For example, when the kid is taken to new places, they will often snap their fingers, move their head continuously or move up and down. The worst case scenario would be them having a meltdown.
Well, parents can avoid this by getting the kid some good sensory toys that are going to control the fidgeting. One of the awesome anxiety toys is the sensory board for kids with autism.
Since autistic kids tend to be very active, we have also reviewed some trampolines that would help them with their hyperactivity.
Was Einstein really a late talker? This is a question that I recently got when I shared an article that I did sometimes ago when reviewing the book Einstein syndrome. And honestly, I was out of words. Because, who knows whether Einstein was a late talker, did not have any speech delay issues or maybe …
The holidays are knocking and it is time that you gave your kids a treat of a lifetime that they are going to remember for eons and eons to come. And that includes your late talking child. Maybe over the year, you have not had adequate time to spend with them, to interact and know …
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According to Stanford Children’s Health Organization, this are the language milestones that your child needs to have at different timelines. Birth to 5 months Coos,Vocalizes pleasure and displeasure sounds differently (laughs, giggles, cries, or fusses). Makes noise when talked to 6 to 11 months Understands “no-no”Babbles (says “ba-ba-ba”)Says “ma-ma” or “da-da” without meaningTries to communicate …
As one speech pathologist by the name professor Stephen Camarata says in his writings and media presences, one of the biggest wars that any parent with a late talker has to battle in is the criticism from other people. @themonterabbi Caring for special needs kid calls for dedication, round the clock love and a hero …
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It took some time before my three year old son formulated his very first words. I think it was when he was two when he would say ‘baba’ and ‘mama’. And then the rest of his words were just incomprehensible babble. This got me worried. Of course it would get any parent worried especially when …
Children who are late talkers have relatively good developmental milestones in time but have a problem with language development specifically speech delays. They have achieved milestones like feeding self, walking crawling, can play with other kids, thinking can understand but has limited expression using words. While speech problems may be closely associated with genetic conditions, …
The Christmas season is fast approaching and this is a good time to think of the gifts that you need to get for your little ones so that they can have a fun-filled, exciting and memory holiday. But things might have been tough for you over the year and most probably, you do not have …
Autism usually goes along with sensory matters. Oren Steinberg_ the cofounder of Sensory Treat_ together with Amy Owens, Executive Director of Infant Toddler Services of Johnson County, says that sensory-based intrusion has been shown to be of great help. Sensory Toy Features Purchase Action Lull Kids Sensory Chew Bricks -Can be used as a building …
A board game is a game that consist of movement of counters or other stuffs round a board. Autistic kids have a broad range of circumstances which includes challenges with social skills, monotonous deeds and non-verbal communication. Research shows that early intervention can advance learning skills and communication as well as underlying brain growth. Parents …
What is Receptive language delay? According to InterMountainHealthcare, receptive language disorder is when a child has trouble understanding words and so will have a problem processing them. While they are able to read and hear words, they are not able to connect their meaning. A simple rule of the thumb in speech therapy is that …
