Neurodiversity describes the idea that people experience and interact with the world around them in many different ways; there is no one “right” way of thinking, learning, and behaving, and differences are not viewed as deficits. The word neurodiversity refers Read more >>
Why is School So Challenging for Autistic Children?
Autistic kids spend a lot of time in school learning how to cope with an environment that is often out of sync with their abilities and challenges. Read more >>
Join our guest host, Natalie Tamburello, Community Engagement Manager at CHC, as she discusses the unique challenges and strengths that students with Autism navigate while learning in school. She is joined by two of our expert CHC Licensed Psychologists, Dr. Read more >>
7 Strategies to Help Gifted Autistic Students Succeed in College
About 1 out of every 100 students in American public schools has autism. A subset of these students also have academic gifts and talents in a broad range of areas, including math, science, technology, the humanities and the arts. These Read more >>
Nurturing the Holiday Spirit: Tips for Supporting Children with Autism
by Pardis Khosravi, PsyD, Clinical Director, Catherine T. Harvey Center for Clinical Services, CHC The holiday season is a time filled with excitement, warmth, and joy, but it can also present challenges for children with autism. As we navigate this Read more >>
The Power of Neurodiversity: Unleashing the Advantages of Your Differently Wired Brain
From ADHD and dyslexia to autism, the number of diagnosis categories listed by the American Psychiatric Association has tripled in the last fifty years. With so many people affected, it is time to revisit our perceptions of people with disabilities. Read more >>
Autism & Your Child: Talking to Your Pediatrician
Use this checklist to prepare for a conversation with your pediatrician or specialist. Read more >>
This tool provides a framework for interacting with neurodiverse individuals in the workplace in ways that are respectful, inclusive, and welcoming. Read more >>
Parenting a Young Child with Autism
Autism can present in many different ways, but at its core it’s about social communication. Autism is usually suspected at a young age because children aren’t developing language or social skills at the same rate as their peers. Sometimes parents Read more >>
Books About Autism & Neurodiversity for Parents, Young Adults, Teens & Kids
Whether you’re a parent seeking guidance or a tween, teen or young adult looking to better understand autism, these books offer insight, support, and meaningful perspectives. From expert advice to relatable stories, there’s something here for every stage of the Read more >>
