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An autism diagnosis affects the whole family. Explore ways to help parents, siblings, and extended family to live well with and support an autistic family member.
Creating a Sensory Room for Your Autistic Child
Fact checked by Ashley Hall
Floortime Play Therapy for Children With Autism
Medically reviewed by Lyndsey Garbi, MD
How to Keep a Marriage Strong When You Have a Child With Autism
Medically reviewed by Pilar Trelles, MD
What It's Like Being the Sibling of a Child With Autism
Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO
Could the SCERTS Model Help Your Child With Autism?
Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD
How to Tell the Difference Between Autistic Behavior and Misbehavior
Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO
8 Tips for a Happy, Successful Summer on the Autism Spectrum
Medically reviewed by Sarah Rahal, MD
Tips to Start Homeschooling Your Child with Autism
Fact checked by Lisa Sullivan, MS
Make Your Home a Sanctuary for Your Autistic Child
Medically reviewed by Pilar Trelles, MD
Are Your Dreams for Your Autistic Child Serving You or Them?
Fact checked by Ashley Hall
Learn Why Playing With Your Autistic Child Isn't Always so Easy
Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO
How Animals Can Help Treat Symptoms of Autism
Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO
8 Ways to Build a Strong, Loving Bond With Your Autistic Child
Medically reviewed by Nicholas R. Metrus, MD
Your Autistic Child's Splinter Skills Could Help Him Learn and Grow
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
Should Parents of an Autistic Child Have Another Child?
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
5 Controversies in the Autism Community
Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD
20 Ways to Help a Child With Autism to Stay Calm or Manage Meltdowns
Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO
Tips to Help You Prepare for Your Autistic Child's Long-Term Future
Fact checked by Lisa Sullivan, MS
How to Plan a Successful Trip to the Dentist With an Autistic Child
Medically reviewed by Sumaya Ibraheem, DDS
Why the Defeat Autism Now (DAN!) Protocol Was Discontinued
Fact checked by Ashley Hall
10 Activities to Enjoy With Your Autistic Child
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Parents Can Help Their Autistic Child Have Age Appropriate Interests
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Autism Terms You May Be Misunderstanding
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
Will My Autistic Child Lead a Normal Life?
Reviewed by Amy Morin, LCSW
How to Help Your Family to Welcome Your Autistic Child
Medically reviewed by Diana Apetauerova, MD
Autistic Teens May Need to Be Taught Independent Living Skills
Medically reviewed by Pilar Trelles, MD
Use These Ordinary Fathering Skills to Connect With Your Autistic Son
Fact checked by Ashley Hall
9 Ways to Have Summer Fun With an Autistic Child
Fact checked by Ashley Hall
Marriage to a Spouse With Asperger's Syndrome
Medically reviewed by Aron Janssen, MD
How Grandparents Can Form a Bond With Their Autistic Grandchild
Fact checked by Ashley Hall
What Toy Would an Autistic Child Enjoy?
Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO
Why Parents Sometimes Avoid Relationships With Autistic Children
Medically reviewed by Lyndsey Garbi, MD
Does Your Autistic Child Have to Register for Selective Service?
Fact checked by Ashley Hall
Top 10 Ideas for Using Thomas the Tank Engine as a Teaching Tool
Fact checked by Ashley Hall
My Child Was Diagnosed with Autism! What Now?
Medically reviewed by Nicholas R. Metrus, MD
How to Use Social Stories to Help Your Child Navigate the World
Fact checked by Sheeren Jegtvig
Helping Kids with Autism Handle Parents' Divorce
Medically reviewed by Carly Snyder, MD
3 Ways to Keep Your Autistic Child From Taking Their Clothes Off
Medically reviewed by Pilar Trelles, MD
Helping Mothers of Autistic Children Cope With Their Depression
Medically reviewed by Carly Snyder, MD
How Parents Can Choose the Appropriate School for Kids With Autism
Fact checked by Lisa Sullivan, MS
Discover the Best Types of Dogs for Children With Autism
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
10 Tips for Understanding and Managing Your Autistic Child's Behavior
Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO
Why Autistic Splinter Skills Should Be Celebrated
Medically reviewed by Pilar Trelles, MD
16 Ways to Have a Great Holiday on the Autism Spectrum
Fact checked by James Lacy
10 Kinds of Gifts Autistic Kids (and Their Parents) Will Hate
By Lisa Jo Rudy
How Lack of Social Motivation Impacts People with Autism
Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO
Articles With Advice for Living With an Autistic Child
Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO