Tag: social skills
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What is Autism
Childhood Autism Autism is a developmental brain disorder that affects normal brain functions. This neurological condition affects a person’s reasoning, social skills and communication skills. The condition becomes apparent during the first 3 years of a child’s life. Because areas of the brain have difficulties working together, children with autism will have challenges in relating…
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Halloween Fun at St. Marys
Reaching Milestones- St. Marys Center held a Halloween party for all clients Wednesday, October 31 from 4:00-5:00pm. We had a jam-packed hour filled with trick-or-treating, games and arts-n-crafts. Clients arrived in their n Halloween costumes to join in the festivities. We had all kinds of characters show up– from Batman and Super Girl to…
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Jacob’s Story – Effective Autism Treatment
Meet Jacob: He is a 3 yr old boy diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. He is mostly non-verbal, with a limited verbal repertoire consisting of approximately 80 words. Jacob takes psychotropic medications to control his self-injurious behavior and his physical aggression towards his parents. Jacob’s parents report bath times are physically and emotionally exhausting because…