Possibly the most difficult holiday to cater to an autism-friendly diet is just around the corner: Thanksgiving. The traditional fare for “turkey day” is a spread of comfort food appealing to those with little or no dietary restrictions. This can spell trouble for those with autism who typically thrive off gluten and casein free diets. To help guide you on your grocery journey in preparation for the big day, here are some tips and recipes to help make your feast enjoyable for the whole family.
One aspect of interacting with children many people find challenging, or awkward, is the simple act of communication. It can be easy for many adults to forget to adjust their language and tone to best be understood and responded to by a child. Due to communication challenges children with behavioral issues such as autism, down syndrome or ADHD typically face, even more adjustment is needed.