The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is an organization of 67,000 primary care pediatricians, pediatric medical subspecialists, and pediatric surgical specialists dedicated to the health, safety, and well-being of all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
As part of that commitment, the AAP publishes expert advice for parents, caregivers, and patients on Pediatric Patient Education. Information can be accessed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and many titles also are available in Spanish.
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ASD—Communication, Social Skills, and Sensory Motor InterventionsCategory: autism_spectrum_disorder
Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have difficulties navigating everyday situations. Read on to learn more from the American Academy of Pediatrics about communication, social, and sensory interventions.
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ASD—Developmental and Behavioral InterventionsCategory: autism_spectrum_disorder
Developmental and behavioral interventions are interrelated and are the mainstay for educating and supporting people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Read on to learn more from the American Academy of Pediatrics about these interventions.
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ASD—Effective Education Programs and Public ProgramsCategory: autism_spectrum_disorder
Many different strategies and techniques help children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) learn to interact with others and acquire new skills that may help them talk, play, participate in school, and care for their needs. Here is information from the American Academy of Pediatrics about educational
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ASD—Family Support and Support in SchoolCategory: autism_spectrum_disorder
Families of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may experience stress before, during, and after a diagnosis. Here is information from the American Academy of Pediatrics about support available for families of children with ASD.
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ASD—How is the Diagnosis Made?Category: autism_spectrum_disorder
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is complex, and symptoms are different for each child. Read on to learn more from the American Academy of Pediatrics about how ASD is diagnosed.
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ASD—Joint Attention SkillsCategory: autism_spectrum_disorder
How can we help children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) learn important social skills? Read on to learn more from the American Academy of Pediatrics about learning joint attention skills in 4 stages.
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ASD—Teen and Adult YearsCategory: autism_spectrum_disorder
Teens and adults living with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may have special concerns. Read on to learn more from the American Academy of Pediatrics about improving the quality of life for teens and adults with ASD.
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ASD—What Are Early Signs of Autism Spectrum Disorder?Category: autism_spectrum_disorder
Many children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may show developmental differences throughout their infancy, especially in social and language skills.
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