April is National Autism Awareness Month

Posted on March 31, 2011 by Jen Thorpe

Since the 1970s, The Autism Society has been celebrating National Autism Awareness month. It takes place every April. The purpose of this month is to bring awareness to the general public about what autism is, and what it is not. It is the perfect opportunity to educate people about autism. Perhaps there is an event going on in your neighborhood that is a part of Autism Awareness month. If you check out the Autism Society website you can find several suggestions about what you can do to celebrate Autism Awareness Month. This year, there is a movie that they feel … Continue reading →

Celebrate National Sensory Awareness Month

Posted on October 10, 2010 by Nancy

October is National Sensory Awareness Month and this year marks the 30th anniversary of the Sensory Processing Disorder Foundation. The Sensory Processing Disorder Foundation works to educate the public and raise awareness of SPD. SPD means that sensory signals don’t get organized into appropriate responses as they should. The constant stream of simulation we receive through our senses is too much for people with SPD and can lead to problems with daily functioning, family relationships, social situations, behavior, the regulating of emotions, learning and self-esteem. At least one in twenty people is affected by it. Those who are gifted or … Continue reading →