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ATN/AIR-P Strategies to Improve Sleep in Children with Autism alexandra.watters Fri, 08/17/2018 - 21:23 On Many children with autism have difficulty with sleep. This can be stressful for children and their families. This informational booklet is designed to provide parents with strategies to improve sleep in their child affected by […]

ATN/AIR-P Pica Guide for Professionals alexandra.watters Fri, 08/17/2018 - 20:32 On Pica, the repeated eating of non-food items, is the eating disorder most often displayed by children with autism. For example, a child may eat food from a garbage can or bite off a piece of a toy plastic car […]

ATN/AIR-P Having an Electroencephalogram (EEG): A Guide for Providers alexandra.watters Fri, 08/17/2018 - 20:13 On EEGs can be difficult for all people, but especially for children and adults with autism. This guide will help providers make the EEG process easier and more comfortable for patients on the spectrum. The guide […]

ATN/AIR-P Guide to Providing Feedback to Families Affected by Autism alexandra.watters Fri, 08/17/2018 - 20:07 On For parents, receiving an autism diagnosis for their child can be an overwhelming experience. Healthcare professionals can play a significant role in making this process more comfortable and positive. This manual and the accompanying […]

ATN/AIR-P Guide to Exploring Feeding Behavior in Autism alexandra.watters Fri, 08/17/2018 - 15:42 On Some researchers estimate that over half of children with autism have some sort of issue with food. These feeding issues can be of significant concern to parents because they can impact their child’s health and wellbeing.  […]

ATN/AIR-P Guide to Managing Constipation in Children alexandra.watters Fri, 08/17/2018 - 15:37 On Many children have constipation. Children with autism might have more problems with constipation than other children. Difficulty with things like sitting on the toilet and eating different foods can make treating constipation challenging. Many children with autism […]

ATN/AIR-P Tool Kit for Dental Professionals alexandra.watters Fri, 08/17/2018 - 15:31 On Many children with autism experience a great deal of anxiety when visiting the dentist’s office. This can be caused by a fear of the unknown, difficulties communicating and reactions to sensory sensitivities. This guide for dental professionals includes ways […]

ATN/AIR-P Provider's Guide to Blood Draws alexandra.watters Fri, 08/17/2018 - 15:28 On For medical professionals caring for patients with autism, preparing to meet the unique needs of each child can help make a visit more productive and less stressful. This tool kit provides strategies that you and your staff can […]

A Friend's Guide to Autism alexandra.watters Fri, 08/17/2018 - 15:08 On A Friend’s Guide to Autism is a tool for friends of families affected by autism. The guide will provide you with an overview of autism, information about feelings your friend might be experiencing, tips to help you support both the […]

A Grandparent's Guide to Autism alexandra.watters Fri, 08/17/2018 - 15:03 On If you are a grandparent of a child recently diagnosed with autism, you have come to the right place. This guide will help provide you with a better understanding of autism, and arm you with tips, tools and real life […]