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Pica Syndrome Intervention – Part 3
In Part 1 and Part 2 about chewing/mouthing behavior in autism, I shared about potential underlying causes. In this final post of the series, I
Pica Syndrome and Sensory Issues – Part 2
In part 1, we discussed chewing, mouthing, or eating inedible objects, also known as Pica Syndrome, and possible underlying nutritional deficiencies that can contribute to
Pica Syndrome – Part 1
What is Pica Syndrome? Pica Syndrome in Autism is when a child has an insatiable need to chew on and/or eat inedible objects. This is
Parenting children with different needs
When parenting children with different needs, it’s common for a parent to wonder if you give each child enough time and attention. This often becomes
Why are autistic healthcare people ignored?
Autistic healthcare needs are largely ignored by the healthcare system. Below is one mother’s account of her experiences. Just getting blood-drawn makes your blood boil
Autistic Meltdowns – A Parent’s Guide
A Parent’s Guide to Autistic Meltdowns Read more from Suzanne Shaft Suzanne is a fierce advocate for her children and has done much to