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The October Crash: Why Autistic Students May Struggle More Now
The first few weeks of school often go smoothly. Everyone is fresh, polite, and hopeful. But for many Autistic students, that “honeymoon” depends on masking—suppressing natural regulation needs and social communication differences to blend in.

Dr. Lisa Marnell, OTD, MBA
Oct 215 min read


Visual Supports and Autism: 5 Must-Know Categories To Support Self-Regulation and Skills Acquisition
Before we think about visual supports, let's think about day-to-day verbal interactions. Conversations serve many purposes, whether...

Dr. Lisa Marnell, OTD, MBA
Nov 29, 20217 min read


7 Tips for Teaching Kids to Button
Working buttons on clothing is a challenge. This task requires good visual attention, coordinated two-handed skills, and the cognitive...

Dr. Lisa Marnell, OTD, MBA
Nov 24, 20195 min read
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