Why Autistic Children Avoid Eye Contact Avoiding eye contact is one of the most misunderstood traits of autism. Many parents interpret it as disrespect, shyness, or lack of interest. In […]
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Church services can be challenging for autistic children. Loud singing, crowded seats, bright lights, and long sitting periods can feel overwhelming. With preparation and understanding, your child can participate comfortably.
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Why Your Autistic Child Prefers Repetition Repetition often confuses parents. You may notice your child watching the same video, arranging objects in a certain order, or repeating a phrase throughout
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Mornings can feel chaotic for any household, but for autistic children they can be especially overwhelming. Bright lights, noise, rushed movement, and sudden changes can trigger anxiety. A predictable morning
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Sensory avoidance happens when a child tries to escape or block sensory input that feels too intense. It is not stubbornness. It is self protection. Common Triggers Signs of Sensory
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Social confidence does not always come naturally for autistic children. Some prefer quiet spaces, others struggle with eye contact, and some find conversations overwhelming. The goal is not to force
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Parents often confuse meltdowns with tantrums. Although they look similar, the causes are very different, and understanding this difference changes the way you respond. What a Tantrum Looks Like A
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Consistency is one of the strongest support tools for autistic children. Unpredictable rules, sudden changes, or shifting expectations can increase anxiety and cause behaviors that appear like resistance. Your consistency
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Autism is not one experience. It is a broad spectrum of strengths, challenges, sensory needs, and thinking styles. Some autistic children speak clearly but struggle socially. Others may use few
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At Bethelxafe Autism Foundation, we teach parents and caregivers that before a child can regulate their emotions, they often need a calm adult to guide them. This is called co
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