Autism & ADHD Articles for Parents

When Reading Feels Hard: Make Books Enjoyable for Autistic and ADHD Children

Reading together does not have to mean sitting still, finishing every page or decoding every word aloud. Some children love […]

“Can I have a hug?” is a small question with a big lesson: a child can notice what feels comfortable

A child may move quickly, climb to reach something interesting or investigate a colourful packet. That is not true of

Online privacy can sound abstract to a child who wants to join a game, share a picture or answer a

A bicycle helmet can be a hard sell when the strap feels scratchy, the shell seems heavy or a child

“Just write a little more” can miss the real problem. A child may know the answer but struggle to put

Cooking can be a satisfying route to independence, but a busy kitchen can also bring heat, noise, smells and too

A playdate does not have to look like constant conversation or perfectly shared games. Some autistic children enjoy side-by-side play,

The ride to school begins before a child steps onto the bus. For an autistic or ADHD child, a crowded

ADHD task initiation in children can look like refusal, even when a child understands the task, cares about completing it