"Can teenagers with ASD become so depressed that they become a risk for suicide?"
Unfortunately, the answer is ‘yes’. Research reveals a 50% demonstration of what we call “suicidal ideation” in teens on the spectrum.
Creative Strategies for Promoting Independence in Teens with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Encouraging independence in teens with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is an integral part of their growth, equipping them with essential lif...
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Fixated Personality -- The fixated personality type can be characterized by a preoccupation with orderliness, perfectionism, and the n... -
Below you will find the majority of symptoms associated with High-Functioning Autism (HFA), also referred to as Asperger’s. The HFA chil... -
"My 5 year old son is a high functioning autistic child - and is constantly swearing. I've tried time-outs, taken games away, us...