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6 Early Symptoms Parents Should Know
The earliest signs of autism in a 2-year-old often include: Limited eye contact Not responding to their name Delayed or lost speech Reduced pointing or sharing of interests Repetitive behaviors (such as hand-flapping or intense focus on specific objects) These signs can affect how a child communicates, connects socially, and responds to their environment. Recognizing […]
Honoring Autonomy While Teaching Regulation in 2026
A Personal Shift Happening Everywhere If you pause long enough, you can feel it, the quiet emotional shift happening in 2026. People are tired of being controlled, corrected, or constantly told who they should be. Parents are rethinking discipline. Teachers are rethinking authority. Even adults are relearning how to treat themselves with kindness instead of […]
A Complete Guide for Parents
Why Early Identification Matters Here’s the part many parents don’t hear enough: You don’t need to wait for a diagnosis to get support. The earlier a child receives help, the more opportunity their brain has to adapt and build new skills. During toddlerhood, the brain shows high neuroplasticity—meaning it responds rapidly to targeted intervention. Multiple […]
Signs of Autism at 12 Months: What Parents May Notice Early
Table of Contents Should my 12-month-old be pointing or waving? It can start as a quiet worry. Your baby just turned one, but something feels different. Other toddlers at the park point at dogs or wave goodbye—your child doesn’t. You call their name, but they don’t look up. There’s little babbling, and eye contact feels […]
Why Isn’t My Toddler Talking Yet? 4 Steps Every Parent Should Take Early
Why Isn’t My Toddler Talking Yet? Parents often ask, “Why isn’t my toddler talking yet?” expecting a simple answer. In reality, language development sits on a spectrum. Some toddlers are considered “late talkers,” a term used by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association to describe children with delayed speech but otherwise typical development. While some may catch […]
Is My 18-Month-Old Behind? Signs, Milestones & When to Act
When parents ask, “Is my 18-month-old behind?”, what they’re really asking is: What should my child be doing right now? According to the CDC’s 18-month developmental milestones, most toddlers at this age: Try to say at least a few words Point to show interest or request something Walk independently Engage with caregivers through eye contact […]
Landmark Australian Court Ruling on Birth-related Trauma
In this interview, Birth Trauma Australia’s Amy Dawes sits down with lawyer Kate Waterford to discuss the landmark ruling in Gawthrop v Bendigo Health — what it means for women who have experienced birth trauma, and why it matters for the future of maternity care in Australia. Content Notes: This interview discusses many aspects of […]
Read CNTR’s April 2026 News & Opportunities eNewsletter – Coalition for National Trauma Research
Catch up on the latest CNTR news in our April newsletter. This issue features: CNTR’s 2025 Annual Report Design for Implementation Conference Recordings Registration for Research Methodology Webinar Series: Platform Trials Registration for NTRR Webinar: Navigating the Datastore Injury Research Engagement Panel (I-REP) publication and training Read the full newsletter here: https://conta.cc/4tl0r9d
ABA Centers Named to Financial Times “The Americas’ Fastest-Growing Companies 2026” List for Second Consecutive Year
Fort Lauderdale, FL (April 2, 2026) – ABA Centers has been named to the Financial Times’ “The Americas’ Fastest-Growing Companies 2026” list, marking the company’s second consecutive year of recognition among the fastest-growing businesses in North and South America. 2026 Financial Times rankings for ABA Centers: No. 5 overall out of 300 companies No. 2 […]
No Driver No Stress – How Self-Driving Cars Could Revolutionize Transportation for People with Autism in 2026
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