Category: Caravel Autism Insights

Seek out entertainment options designed for children with autism. Increasingly, companies and institutions are introducing programs designed specifically for children with special needs.

One of life’s great joys is watching a child enjoy the world. For a child with autism, however, that enjoyment doesn’t always come naturally. Children with autism struggle with changes in routine and environment. They can become anxious when exposed to unfamiliar people. They may not want to try new foods. They may react to…

A child can be diagnosed with autism at just 12 months. For parents, this diagnosis can be devastating. So they’re often surprised – and relieved – to learn that autism therapy can begin at a very young age. This head start gives a child a major advantage in life. When autism health experts can intervene…

People are often surprised when they hear that autism therapy can start as early as 18 months. In addition, research on early Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)-based therapy shows an average of 30-40 hours per week is best. We often hear questions, such as “Why so early?” “Shouldn’t kids be playing and learning through play at…

As a diagnostician, who focuses on identifying the symptoms and behaviors associated with Autism Spectrum Disability (ASD), one of the most significant challenges is the ruling out of comorbid mental health diagnoses. What does “comorbid” mean? This is a medical way of saying that disorders are occurring at the same time. The Diagnostic and Statistical…

A recent article in the Journal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry highlighted the importance of addressing the emotional needs of parents who have a child diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disability (ASD). Finding: The study found, parents who reported higher levels of emotional stability, had children who experienced more developmental progress through…

The alarming results of a new study published this summer confirm what parents of children with autism already know: Wandering is prevalent among children with autism, posing a significant danger to their safety and the well-being of their families.

This blog post was co-authored by Eric Johnson and Laura Adamski. When asked about goals for their child, most families who are new to autism services will say things like they want their child to talk, or to use the bathroom independently or to be able to get along better with friends. These are great…