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Parent holding hands with a young child wearing a colorful backpack, representing support during challenges with attending school. The Autism Compass logo appears beside the headline, “Autism and School Refusal: What to Do When Your Child Won’t Go to School.” The image introduces practical guidance for parents seeking to understand school refusal in autistic children and support a more manageable return to school.
📅 September 7, 2026 👁️ 28 Views

Autism and School Refusal: What to Do When Your Child Won’t Go to School

When an autistic child suddenly doesn’t want to go to school, simply getting them through the door may not solve...
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Two smiling children dressed in Halloween costumes hold hands and carry trick-or-treat buckets. The Autism Compass logo appears beside the headline, “Autism and Halloween: How to Make Trick-or-Treating Easier.” The image introduces practical tips for making Halloween and trick-or-treating more comfortable and enjoyable for autistic children, including those with sensory or routine-related needs.
📅 September 4, 2026 👁️ 28 Views

Autism and Halloween: How to Make Trick-or-Treating Easier

Halloween can be a lot for autistic kids, but a little preparation can make trick-or-treating much easier. From trying on...
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Smiling young child in a mustard sweater against the Autism Compass patterned background. The Autism Compass logo appears beside the headline, “Grief, Hope, and Everything In Between: When Your Child’s Path Looks Different Than You Expected.” The image introduces a supportive article for parents navigating grief, hope, changing expectations, and the emotional journey of raising an autistic child.
📅 August 25, 2026 👁️ 31 Views

Grief, Hope, and Everything In Between: When Your Child’s Path Looks Different Than You Expected

There is a kind of grief that can come with realizing your child’s life may not unfold the way you...
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Toddler boy in a beige shirt and jeans looking down and away from the camera, beside the Autism Compass logo and the headline "My Toddler Isn't Making Eye Contact - Should I Be Worried?"
📅 August 19, 2026 👁️ 45 Views

My Toddler Isn’t Making Eye Contact – Should I Be Worried?

I barely noticed it happening, and then it was all I could see. If your toddler has stopped meeting your...
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Mother hugging a young girl in a warm, supportive moment, representing autism awareness and early recognition in girls. The Autism Compass logo appears beside the headline, “Autism Signs in Girls: Why They're Easy to Miss – What Parents Need to Know.” The image introduces a parent-friendly guide explaining why autism can present differently in girls, common signs to watch for, and the importance of early identification.
📅 August 6, 2026 👁️ 66 Views

Signs Of Autism in Girls: Why They’re Easy to Miss and What Parents Need to Know

Autism signs in girls aren't always obvious. Learn why some girls are diagnosed later, how autism may present differently, and...
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Healthcare professional sitting beside a young child holding a colorful counting frame during an autism evaluation. The Autism Compass logo appears beside the headline, “How Autism Is Diagnosed in Canada: The DSM-5 Criteria (Explained in Plain English).” The image introduces a parent-friendly guide explaining the DSM-5 autism diagnostic criteria used in Canada and what families can expect during the assessment process.
📅 August 4, 2026 👁️ 77 Views

How Autism Is Diagnosed in Canada: The DSM-5 Criteria Explained in Plain English

Understand the DSM-5 autism criteria in plain English. Learn what doctors look for during an autism assessment, with practical examples...
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