More children are being diagnosed with autism. More likely than not, you have a child in your life that is on the spectrum. You may have noticed some specific “tic” (habitual feature of a person’s behavior) that autistic children display such as stomping the floor, rocking bodies back and forth, or making high-pitched noises. These displays are different ways that children cope with and manage their immediate environment. Certain sensory-sensitive strategies can help soothe or calm children with autism. Follow the link below to read about different forms of sensory sensitivities that a child with autism may display, and learn more about strategies that could help.
