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How To Drive Safely In Bad Weather Conditions

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Winter is coming, and it’s important for all drivers to be prepared for the bad weather it brings with it. This can especially help drivers on the autism spectrum, as winter driving at times requires in-the-moment decisions and can cause some heightened anxiety.  If the weather is truly fearsome, it may be best to reschedule

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Why is Early Intervention Particularly Important?

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If you have a young child who has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, you have probably heard the term “Early Intervention” countless times by now.  Every provider you’ve interacted with has probably talked to you about the importance of getting your child into Early Intervention. You may have even started your child in some

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How Do I Know When My Teen or Young Adult On The Spectrum Is Ready to Drive?

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Last month we talked about the strengths and challenges of learning to drive for someone who is on the autism spectrum. This is important when it comes to sitting behind the wheel, but how do you know when your child is ready to even get started? Your child may be absolutely terrified of driving, but

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Halloween Tips for Parents with Children on the Autism Spectrum

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Halloween is a fun night filled with candy and costumes for children of all ages. However, for those on the autism spectrum, the loud sounds, flashy decorations, and itchy costumes can also be rife with challenges.   With the spooky season upon us, we wanted to take some time to talk about how you can prepare

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Is Residential Living Right for Your Child With ASD? 

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For years, you’ve thought about this: what will my child do following high school, or their post-secondary or vocational program? How will they transition from complete support in schooling and at home to complete independence? In other words, “We’ve finally reached our goal of successfully completing school…but what do I do now?” There are numerous

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Special Education and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act: Need-To-Know Information for Autism Parents

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If your child is on the autism spectrum and attends public school, they are likely receiving special education services. However, every child with autism is different, so what can we, as parents, expect special education to look like? What is the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)? To start, it’s important to look at the

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How Does ABA Therapy Help with Communication? 

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As a parent of a child on the autism spectrum, you know how difficult it can be when it comes to communication. Sometimes, you would give anything to know what was bothering your child at that moment, or learn more about what happened at school that day, but for right now, that remains a significant

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My Child Was Just Diagnosed With Autism: What Are My Next Steps?

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A new diagnosis of autism is overwhelming for any parent and can bring up an array of emotions. Sometimes it can feel like a relief after seeking appointments and evaluations for months, if not years. Sometimes it can feel like you’re receiving an avalanche of information and also like you don’t have any information at

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3 Ways Having a Pet Benefits Your Child with Autism

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As a parent of a child on the autism spectrum, you likely already feel stretched too thin. The last thing you want to do is add even more responsibility into your household.  However, we at Gersh Academy recognize the immense power animals have on our students. It is why we chose our campus at Cougar

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