Tag: autism acceptance

April Is Autism Awareness Month

By Monique Griffin, Principal Huntsville College Preparatory SchoolApril launches a season that awakens our senses to the freshness of spring, blooming flowers, rainbows adorning the sky, and the aroma of fresh cut grass. This sensory awakening season is also dedicated to the 1 in 36 children, and the 1 in 45 adults in the United … Continue reading April Is Autism Awareness Month

Come and Play Together

by Joaquin and Vanessa TuckerWe Rock the Spectrum HuntsvilleWe Rock the Spectrum Huntsville (WRTS HSV) is part of an international based franchise We Rock the Spectrum that prides itself in being an inclusive based kids indoor facility in which children of all abilities can come and play together. This gym holds several pieces of therapeutic … Continue reading Come and Play Together

Summer Camps at We Rock The Spectrum

By Vanessa and Joaquin TuckerOwnersWe Rock the Spectrum HuntsvilleSummer Camps are upon us at We Rock the Spectrum Huntsville (WRTS HSV)!!! Below is a list of some of the highlights of the 7-week Summer Camp programs will be doing: • July 10th is “Under the Sea” Camp Week. This week is all about Water; campers … Continue reading Summer Camps at We Rock The Spectrum

The Effects of Play on Your Child’s Mental Health

Jennifer L. GreggPh.D., LPC-S, NCCRegistered Play TherapistPlay and Grow Counseling, LLCOften, we think of play as a means of relaxation or relief from working. Having time to play is used as a reward or something your child is allowed to do during free time. ‘You can play AFTER you finish your homework,’ or ‘you can … Continue reading The Effects of Play on Your Child’s Mental Health

Micro Current Neurofeedback Shows Promise in Helping Autism

Since 2011, the month of April has been designated as Autism Awareness Month. This year, the Autism Society of America is changing the wording from “Awareness” to “Acceptance” in the hopes of fostering an acceptance of individuals living with autism into the everyday life of their communities. According to the CDC’s latest numbers, about 1 … Continue reading Micro Current Neurofeedback Shows Promise in Helping Autism