Challenging behaviours and Autism

This is a really good article that explains the possible ramifications of attempting to eliminate a behavior that may be sensory in nature and alternative approaches to addressing them.  It is a very thorough and well written explanation. We frequently have parents...

5 Tips for Enjoying Halloween with Sensory Challenges!

Halloween is that fun time of the year when we decorate our homes with cute…but scary Halloween decorations in an attempt to scare anyone who dare walk up to your door.  Decorations may include  flashing lights, fake spider webs, ghosts in the dirt, along with...

Social Stories

by Lizette Alexander OT Reg. (Ont) Social Stories were developed by Carol Gray in 1991 to assist individuals within the Autism Spectrum Disorder with their social skills.  These stories model appropriate social interaction by describing a situation explaining other’s...