Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) represent a broad class of conditions that manifest a variety of deficits. In this category of disorders, autism is the most predominant. Children with signs of sensory processing dysfunction, such as those with ASD, often have difficulty regulating responses to specific sensations and stimuli and may use...
A new craze for fidget toys among kids is here as Push it Pop it. The basic silicone bubble wrap is a must-have fidget toy in the playground of children with autism. The sensory jitter bubble pop-it has small "bubbles" that you can squeeze and "pop". These fidget toys are reusable and...
A fidget toy is an object or a toy that helps in maintaining focus and attention by allowing the brain to filter out superfluous sensory information. By keeping the hands engaged in simple and repetitive motor movements, the child can "separate" what would otherwise distract from light, sounds, smells, movements, and...
What is the NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme)? The NDIS stands for National Disability Insurance Scheme, which extends great support towards people with disabilities, their families, and carers. It is jointly operated and funded by the Australian government and participating states and territories. The NDIS has been introduced and exercised across Australia...
