The Sunfield Center Blog

As you read through this blog, you will learn about the diverse strengths of autistic children and discover how embracing these strengths can lead to positive outcomes and a deeper understanding of neurodiversity.

There are several helpful supports that can mitigate the challenges that come with visiting amusement parks. Some parks, like Sesame Place, make free social story videos to watch on YouTube (with neurodivergent individuals in mind). There are more parks that also provide helpful resources....

People have different ways of expressing love, and preferences of receiving love. Neurology research of autistic individuals show that different areas of the brain are activated for 'love' than for neurotypical people. Read on to learn more about the expression of love from neurodivergent perspectives. 

Read more to learn considerations for parents, how to start a conversation, what to keep in mind during this conversation, and some differences in how you may deliver or approach a conversation with a child based on their age.

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.

We've curated a comprehensive guide to special needs summer camps across Michigan. From enriching activities to fostering social connections, these camps offer a wealth of opportunities for growth and enjoyment.

Learn more about the similarities and differences between OCD and Autism, as well at treatment options for those who experience challenges related to both diagnoses.

Read on to learn more about what evidenced-based practices mean and why it's important for treating children, adults and everyone in-between with autism.

Recent studies confirm that sleep difficulties in the autistic population have prevalence rates ranging from 60% to 86%. This blog explores the most common sleep difficulties in individuals with ASD, their underlying causes, and effective interventions to improve sleep quality.

We discuss how parents and clinicians can talk to kids about the loss of a loved one in an age-appropriate manner, as well as a few clinical interventions used to help kids cope with grief and a list of online grief support resources that may be helpful for kids and their families.

This blog post will provide information about Down Syndrome, Autism, and the dual diagnosis of DS and ASD, as well as considerations of Intellectual Disability.

This blog aims to share helpful, evidence-based strategies for managing stress that are inclusive of and relevant to the real-world experiences of people on the autism spectrum.