What is Autism? Autism, or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is a developmental disorder that affects communication, social interaction, and behavior. We'll discuss the early signs of autism and more but first some data. The latest research from the CDC shows that in 2023, 1 in 36 children are diagnosed with autism. In 2020 studies found [...]
Get ready to meet the newest addition to our InBloom family – Dr. Jaqui Otto! With nearly two decades of experience in evaluating children and young adults, Dr. Otto joins our team with a wealth of knowledge. We consider ourselves truly fortunate to have her expertise at the ready for the families we serve. [...]
To paraphrase an ancient Eastern proverb: “All individuals, in many respects, are like no other individuals, like some other individuals, and like all other individuals.” Diversity often refers to a wide spectrum of social and ethnic backgrounds that describes various aspects of how people see themselves and are seen by others. Neurodiversity is perhaps the [...]
Talking directly about your kiddo’s autism diagnosis ensures your child is learning from the most significant people in their life.
Like most of us, you probably did not plan or prepare for your child's autism diagnosis. You may have decided to seek an autism spectrum disorder evaluation for your child because you knew that they were struggling in fundamental ways. Maybe a family member has shared a concern about your child's development. However, perhaps [...]
Labels have a few benefits; they are ways to describe people efficiently and they allow us to communicate with people by sharing our conceptual knowledge. However, labels often can stick on people and even “positive” labels can be harmful over time. "It is best to view individuals with autism spectrum disorder in [...]
Human behavior is dynamic; we are always moving, posturing, and changing facial expressions. While engaging in constant movement we…
A breakdown of how big an impact nonverbal communication can make.
Dear Travelers, Welcome aboard. You are at the beginning of a lifelong journey. You may feel worried about taking your first steps, but just know that your path is wide and you won’t fall off. You may see part of the road ahead and may feel exhausted before you even start. Your journey may take [...]
This diagnosis encompasses a spectrum or range of children with vastly different skills, temperamental styles, and personalities.
