Introduction Thanksgiving is a time for family, gratitude, and togetherness. But for families raising an autistic child, large gatherings, unfamiliar foods, loud conversations, and changes in routine can sometimes make the holiday overwhelming.  The good news? Creating an autism-friendly Thanksgiving...

Parents know their children closely. Sometimes a concern begins with something small: your baby does not seem to respond to their name very often, your toddler uses fewer gestures than expected, speech is developing differently, or certain sounds and changes...

Your child could dress independently six months ago, but now every morning is a battle.  They seem more tired. More irritable. Noise bothers them more. Personal hygiene has become harder. School expectations are increasing at the same time their body...

Reviewed by Linden Health’s team · Last updated October 2026 · ~8 min read One of the questions autism specialists hear most often from parents is: “Why does my child watch the same video over and over again?” Whether it’s...

Introduction A child suddenly becomes irritable, has more meltdowns, refuses activities, or seems unusually restless. As a parent, you may immediately wonder: “What changed?” For autistic children, the answer is not always obvious. Behavior can be influenced by many overlapping...

What Does an Autism Assessment Report Mean?  Quick answer: An autism assessment report brings together developmental history, observation, information from caregivers and school, clinical judgment and sometimes standardized tools. Scores from tests such as the ADOS-2 or CARS-2 contribute information,...

Communication is one of the most important areas of development for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). While some children develop spoken language naturally, others may be nonverbal or minimally verbal, relying on gestures, pictures, or assistive communication systems to...

Reviewed by Linden Health’s team · Last updated October 2026 · ~7 min read Many parents of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) share a similar concern: “Why does my autistic child laugh at random times?” Perhaps your child laughs...

It’s 3:00 in the morning. The house is quiet, but your child is wide awake—walking around the room, asking to play, or simply unable to fall back asleep. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Many parents of children with...