The benefits of music therapy for autistic children

Music therapy is an approach increasingly used to help autistic children develop their social, emotional and cognitive skills. In this article, we explore the many benefits of music therapy for children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). From communication and...

When is autism diagnosed and how?

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is typically diagnosed in early childhood, usually around the age of 2-3 years old. However, some children may not receive a diagnosis until later in childhood or even into adolescence or adulthood.       First signs and...