Category: Flexibility

Helping Your Child Be Spontaneous Instead of Compliant

“Spontaneity is: when your child on the autism spectrum chooses by themselves to do a specific skill because they want to, because it’s appealing, and they find it fun to do so… These skills could be: to connect with another person to look at another person to talk to another person to be a part…
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Why Does Having a Loving and Accepting Attitude Matter to You and Your Child on the Autism Spectrum?

“When you are relaxed and having fun with your child on the autism spectrum, don’t things just seem to be… easier? You can be in the moment and enjoy your child for who they are! “When you implement a loving and accepting attitude with your child, you will also have easier access to the resources…
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Two Tips to Inspire Your Child to Eat New Foods

“What your child on the autism spectrum eats has a significant impact on the following: – Their overall sense of well-being. – Their behavior. – Their ability to engage with other people and the world around them. “Implementing a special autism diet with your child could support them in these areas. Here are two tips…
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Current Autism Therapy Not Working?

Current Autism Therapy Not Working? “Do you find your child is not benefiting and learning from school or their therapies? Maybe you even find that your child seems stressed and resistant to them…   “We can help! A significant reason why our children on the Autism Spectrum do not respond to specific educational approaches is…
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The Son-Rise Program Approach to Setting Boundaries with Our Children

“Setting limits and boundaries is an essential part of parenting and is a very important piece of helping our on the autism spectrum children grow to be healthy, well-rounded adults. Setting boundaries is an act of love, especially when done with clarity and ease! In The Son-Rise Program®, we set boundaries in three main areas:…
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The more control you give, the more permission you get

“As a parent of a child on the autism spectrum, you ask yourself: Why is my child on the autism spectrum rigid and controlling? And how can I support my special child in becoming more flexible?   “At the Autism Treatment Center of America® and The Son-Rise Program® we understand that everyone seeks to have…
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Practice being curious with your child

“Creative people are curious, flexible, persistent, and independent with a tremendous spirit of adventure, and a love of play.”   Henri Matisse French painter 1869–1954   “For this week, we at the Autism Treatment Center of America® invite you 😊 – to practice being curious with your child on the autism spectrum using some of…
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What To Consider … When You Are Taking Your Child On Outings.

What To Consider When Taking Your Child On Outings “Picture this scenario: you just had a sweet moment with your child on the Autism Spectrum, giving them tickles and kisses. Your child is laughing and coming back for more. You are so happy to have the connection. You suddenly realize what time it is and…
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Setting limits and boundaries in The Son-Rise Program® way

“In The Son-Rise Program we teach the importance of following our children’s lead and giving them as much control as possible. However, as important as it is to give control to our children in The Son-Rise Program, it is also important to set clear boundaries to help create a safe environment for our children, and…
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Autism Toileting Tips using Son-Rise Program techniques from the Autism Treatment Center of America®

“One of the areas that we, as a human race are extremely diverse around… is our toileting experience! • Some cultures sit on their toilets • Others squat above their toilets • Some are very particular about the type of toilet paper they use • Some cultures prefer to use a bidet • Do you…
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