Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Mind Center for Special Needs is a state-of-the-art educational center located in Qatar that offers a wide range of services for individuals with special needs, particularly those with autism. The center is dedicated to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment that helps individuals with learning difficulties achieve their full potential.  Special Education at Mind...

Most people have heard of autism, but they may not be sure what it involves. After all, autism is a complex condition that is still being researched.  April is National Autism Awareness Month and it’s an opportunity to learn more about this developmental disability and how it can affect vision.   Autism spectrum disorder involves a...

wning a pet and interacting with animals can have many benefits. An animal can provide companionship, friendship, reduce loneliness and alleviate anxiety. It can be easier for a person with autism to interact with an animal because an animal is nonverbal and non-judgemental. Owning a pet can also foster responsibility in children.  A study done...

An optimal diet is balanced and full of nutrients. This can sometimes be challenging for autistic individuals since many have digestive and feeding-related issues.  People with autism are often deficit in certain nutrients, so a food list for autism will include foods with these nutrients. Fresh fruits and vegetables, nuts, beans, eggs, and lean meats...

When it comes to Autism parents get special advice from educational experts, pediatricians, and even scientists. As a parent, you must be always worried about your child’s overall well-being and behavior. Most of the children with autism issues tend to gravitate towards entertaining activities and toys to spend their time. The most important thing that...

There was once a time when those with autism were often considered broken and completely unemployable, but that is certainly no longer the case. Many people who have been diagnosed with autism have gone on to enjoy great success in a wide range of careers, and you can too. Because each individual with autism has...

Children with autism demonstrate a range of cognitive, motor and language abilities, sensory preferences, and interests or aversions. When you are considering how best to engage your child with autism in play-based activities, always keep their individual needs and interests in mind. Occupational therapists will often “scaffold” activities to help children build their skills for...

We are often quick to make judgements on what we perceive to be happening when children behave in a way that draws attention – but when a young person with autism is struggling to cope with the world, the last thing they need is our criticism. These 10 tips reflect our combined experience of research...

If you’ve ever traveled to another country and tried to navigate your days without a translator, stumbling over the local language and customs, you might just have a little glimpse into the daily life of a child on the spectrum. Trying to make sense of a world where everyone else seems to understand each other...

1. Match the cards Age: 3 to 5 years Benefits: Memory, concentration and social skills Suitable for: Speech and Language Delay, Learning Disability Memory matching cards are easily available in the market. You can play this simple game by arranging pairs of matching cards face down in random order. You and your child can take turns...

Introduction Diagnosing autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can be difficult because there is no medical test, like a blood test, to diagnose the disorder. Doctors look at the child’s developmental history and behavior to make a diagnosis. ASD can sometimes be detected at 18 months or younger. By age 2, a diagnosis by an experienced professional...

Overview of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a group of neurodevelopmental disorders that affect communication and social interaction. Individuals with ASD often display restricted and repetitive patterns of behavior. ASD is found across different races, cultures, and economic backgrounds with a higher occurrence in boys than girls. According to the CDC,...