Dear Parents
This page is specifically targeted at parents with children with ASD, It includes helpful websites, new ideas for entertainment, along with tips and advice taken from authenticated websites, mostly aimed at providing insight and gathering almost everything they need to know for new parents
All the following researched factors greatly affect children on the autism spectrum
Entertainment
Many children with autism enjoy activities that make the most of using their senses, activities that include visual skills such as color,shape matching, and sorting
Games
Games help distract autistic children from the new normality of not going out, they also help improve their attention span, self-expression and reduce any anxiety related worries.
Environment
Surroundings play a massive role in autistic children/adults Their environmental space affects their internal peace, creating a quiet area with low-lighting and soft surfaces. You can also put some of their favorite, calming objects, such as blankets and toys into their quiet zone.
Websites that offer help and support for parents:
Simply click on the "Click Me" button and it will instantly direct you to the website
daily updates on autism news and research, including recent therapies being used to address the disorder.
a site that is dedicated to helping parents of children with autism plan their family trips, from camping trips to cruises.
A Good night's sleep
A lack of a good night's sleep can affect not only the child but everyone in their family as well. Children with autism don't release melatonin at the correct times of the day, Instead, they have high levels of melatonin during the daytime and lower levels at night.
Help your child relax before bed by reading a book or listening to therapeutic music. (click to access our “music therapy” page and learn all about it)
Or
Consider trying ”bright-light therapy” Exposing the child to periods of bright light in the morning may help regulate the body's release of melatonin by helping them to feel more awake during the day.