Discussing disability in a neuroaffirming manner at home and within clinical services can have important and positive implications for disabled individuals. Read on to learn more about the Social Model for understanding disability.

Parenting can be tough, even under the best circumstances, and managing stress is an essential part of the journey. We have put together a few practical, and easy-to-implement, self-regulation strategies designed to support when emotions run high.

Learn more about the differences between service and therapy dogs, as well as emotional support animals! The neurodivergent population benefits from animal companionship; we highlight the evidenced-based details here.

This blog post will detail strategies you can utilize to introduce new foods to your child, your adult, or even yourself, and how those strategies can support formulating nutritional and diverse diets.

While getting a haircut can be relaxing to some, it can be a stressful experience for others. It involves a lot of sensory input, which can be challenging. Read on to learn more about sensory sensitivity and gather tips for the next haircut. 

In this blog, we explore Teletherapy and In-Person therapy. As we navigate the complexities of therapy, it is evident that the choice between the two modalities should be driven by a nuanced understanding of individual needs, preferences, and the nature of the therapeutic alliance.

This blog will expand on the starting age of puberty, the different types of changes and challenges neurodivergent preteens may experience, ways to support neurodivergent preteens during puberty, and a few neurodivergent-friendly readings on navigating various aspects of puberty.

This blog will further expand on the types of adjustments that children may experience at some point, typical behaviors and other expectations during adjustment periods, the distinction between adjustment disorders and depression and anxiety, and ways that children can cope with life changes.

Due to the complexities of Autism, there is often an underdiagnosis and undertreatment of trauma and symptoms of adverse events among individuals with ASD. This blog post will outline information collected by authors, Ella Lobregt-van Buuren, Marjolijn Hoekert, and Bram Sizoo.

This blog will further expand on the purpose and benefits of social skills interventions, the types of social skills interventions utilized at Sunfield Center, and the effectiveness of those social skills interventions.

We explore navigating Halloween to make an enjoyable, inclusive affair. With adequate preparation, a little creativity, and an inclusive spirit, families can ensure a successful Halloween for all children, including those with special needs.

In this blog, we explore the impact of language barriers in accessing autism evaluations in Michigan, focusing on the Hispanic population and discussing the implications for families who speak a language other than English.