Autism Toolkit of Georgia
Autism Toolkit of Georgia
Music therapy is a relatively new treatment for ASD that some parents and caregivers swear by. Below, we discuss what music therapy is and review scientific literature testing the efficacy of music therapy for treating ASD.View Resource
Some people consider the use of essential oils to be a useful holistic care method for people with ASD. A variety of essential oils have been suggested as possible remedies for ASD symptoms.View Resource
Animal therapy is an increasingly popular treatment for autism. Many parents and caregivers say that their children enjoy animal therapy and that their children’s behavior improved with animal therapy.View Resource
The way in which a group of people that share a common characteristic identifies themselves is an important part of how that group and its members are viewed by those outside of it.View Resource
Individuals with autism have difficulty with social communication and interaction. This includes trouble with understanding non-verbal communication (eye contact, body language), elements of verbal communication (non-literal phrases, vague statements, convoluted statements), and environmental stimuli (certain kinds of environmental noise, blinking lights / screensavers.View Resource