"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Choosing the right toys for kids, especially those with specific sensory needs, is both an art and a ...

If you didn't know, April is Autism Acceptance Month. Led by the Autism Society, the month is dedicated to cultivating acceptance and bringing awareness to those with autism. Since 2013 the presence ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Every kid has their own toy preferences, and that especially holds true when you're shopping for kids ...

MyAutismTeam is a social network for parents of children with autism that has more than 20,000 members. Described as a "Facebook-Meets Yelp- network," the site utilizes local reviews of doctors and ...

The new Barbie also has eyes that look slightly to the side, a detail meant to reflect how some people with autism avoid ...

Toy stores, with bright lights, loud sounds and crowded aisles, can be hard to manage for children with autism or other sensory issues. For parents, finding toys that match their kids’ skill sets and ...

What is a sensory room? A sensory room or sensory integration room is designed to provide calm, focus, and comfort to people with sensory processing problems, which often includes people with autism ...