08/17/2016
Welcome to the Autism 1 on 1 Family!
If you've recently learned that your child has or might have an autism spectrum disorder, you're probably wondering and worrying about what comes next. No parent is ever prepared to hear that a child is anything other than happy and healthy, and a diagnosis of autism can be particularly frightening. You may be unsure about how to best help your child, or confused by conflicting treatment advice. You may have been told that autism is an incurable, lifelong condition, leaving you concerned that nothing you do will make a difference.
While it is true that autism is not something a person simply "grows out of," there are many treatments that can help children learn new skills and overcome a wide variety of developmental challenges. From free government services to in-home behavioral therapy and school-based programs, assistance is available to meet your child's special needs. With the right treatment plan, and a lot of love and support, your child can learn, grow, and thrive.
Well start off by creating a personalized autism treatment plan
A good autism treatment plan will:
• Build on your child's interests
• Offer a predictable schedule
• Teach tasks as a series of simple steps
• Actively engage your child's attention in highly structured activities
• Provide regular reinforcement of behavior
• Involve the parents
With so many different autism treatments available, and it can be tough to figure out which approach is right for your child. Making things more complicated, you may hear different or even conflicting recommendations from parents and doctors. When putting together an autism treatment plan for your child, keep in mind that there is no single treatment that will work for everyone. Each person on the autism spectrum is unique, with different strengths and weaknesses. Your child’s treatment should be tailored according to his or her individual needs.
Caring for a child with an autism spectrum disorder can demand a lot of energy and time. There may be days where you feel overwhelmed, stressed, or discouraged. Parenting isn’t ever easy, and raising a child with special needs is even more challenging. In order to be the best parent you can be, it’s essential that you take care of yourself. Don’t try to do everything on your own. You don’t have to! Were here to help you because we are all family.
Finally, keep in mind that no matter what autism treatment plan is chosen, your involvement is vital to success. You can help your child get the most out of treatment by working hand-in-hand with the autism treatment team and following through with the therapy at home.
If you would like more information on our services you may visit our center at 550 Park Ave Worcester, Ma 01610 or please call our center and speak with one of our intake coordinators at 774-243-7116.
