Poor emotional regulation is one of the main issues in children with autism and ADHD. Additionally, many of these children also experience poor posture and complain of neck pain. Is there a link between neck pain and autism or ADHD? Or can a stiff neck affect the mood...
Sensory issues are commonly observed in children with autism and ADHD. These issues can greatly impact a child's daily life and functioning. In this blog, we will explore two distinctly opposite sensory issues and discuss some of the most commonly observed symptoms in...
There is a strong link between allergies and children with autism, which can result in more frequent infections and other immune deficient disorders. In particular, food allergies are more than twice as common among autistic children compared to their typical peers....
One of the simplest tips for reducing parental stress. Parenting is a rewarding but at the same time, it’s can be very stressful. This challenge can be magnified when it comes to raising extremely sensitive children with autism and ADHD. However, you are the...
It's quite common for children with autism and ADHD who experience extreme noise sensitivity to also face high levels of anxiety. This article explores the link between noise sensitivity and anxiety, as well as provides helpful tips to reduce anxiety and noise...
Hypersensitivity is very common in children with ADHD. They can perceive and feel everything intensely, which can definitely impact their ability to focus, as well as their behaviours and moods. Among these sensitivities, noise sensitivity can be particularly...
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) affects children in different ways, and one common characteristic is being sensitive to sounds. Many children with ASD are extra sensitive to the sounds around them, perceiving everyday background noises as louder and more intense than...
When parenting a highly sensitive child with autism, it is important to recognize the impact of sensory issues. Many of the hard-to-understand behaviors exhibited by these sensitive children are often a result of sensory overload.How often has this happened? Your...
Research has shown that the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) is an effective treatment for a variety of mental health issues, including sensory processing disorder, autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, Asperger's syndrome, anxiety, depression, addiction and post-traumatic...
