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What are visual supports / schedules and how do...

Jaco de Goede

A visual support refers to using a picture or other visual item to communicate with a child who has difficulty understanding or using language. Visual supports can be photographs, drawings,...

What are visual supports / schedules and how do...

Jaco de Goede

A visual support refers to using a picture or other visual item to communicate with a child who has difficulty understanding or using language. Visual supports can be photographs, drawings,...

The Science Behind Weighted Blankets: Why (and ...

Jaco de Goede

If you or your child has autism, anxiety or a sensory processing disorder, your doctor or occupational therapist may have recommended a weighted blanket as a way to help manage...

The Science Behind Weighted Blankets: Why (and ...

Jaco de Goede

If you or your child has autism, anxiety or a sensory processing disorder, your doctor or occupational therapist may have recommended a weighted blanket as a way to help manage...

Top 10 Things My Child with Autism Needs in his...

Jaco de Goede

I am asked time and time again what items we use for our son with autism to make his life and our lives easier.  So, here is a breakdown of...

Top 10 Things My Child with Autism Needs in his...

Jaco de Goede

I am asked time and time again what items we use for our son with autism to make his life and our lives easier.  So, here is a breakdown of...

Using Visual Schedules: A Guide for Parents

Jaco de Goede

There is clear research evidence regarding the benefits of using visual schedules with individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Most of us do not follow a visual schedule for our...

Using Visual Schedules: A Guide for Parents

Jaco de Goede

There is clear research evidence regarding the benefits of using visual schedules with individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Most of us do not follow a visual schedule for our...

Autism and Weighted Blankets

Jaco de Goede

Weighted blankets and vests have been around as a therapy tool for a while now. Many parents have observed the calming effect they can have on children with autism and sensory issues.

Autism and Weighted Blankets

Jaco de Goede

Weighted blankets and vests have been around as a therapy tool for a while now. Many parents have observed the calming effect they can have on children with autism and sensory issues.

Headphones vs Earmuffs

Jaco de Goede

Many specialists say noise-cancelling headphones are the best kind of headphone to purchase when dealing with children’s sensory issues. However, I only recommend this type of headphone in extreme cases...

Headphones vs Earmuffs

Jaco de Goede

Many specialists say noise-cancelling headphones are the best kind of headphone to purchase when dealing with children’s sensory issues. However, I only recommend this type of headphone in extreme cases...