GUIDANCE FOR PARENTS

Real Answers for the QuestionsKeeping You Up at Night

You're doing your best for your child—and sometimes your best means searching for answers at midnight, worrying about things you can't quite name. This resource exists for those moments. Grounded in decades of clinical experience and written for real families, every article here will help you be better equipped and feel less alone.

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Autism: Squirt in the face for misbehavior?
Autism

Autism: Squirt in the face for misbehavior?

Should aversive techniques like water squirting be used with autistic children? The answer is no. Learn about ACP's positive, evidence-based behavioral approach.

· 1 min read
Autism: When is it good to talk to yourself?
Autism

Autism: When is it good to talk to yourself?

Self-talk in autism often serves a real cognitive function. Learn when it helps, when it hinders, and how Autism Centers of Pittsburgh approaches individualized support.

· 1 min read
Autism Center of Pittsburgh!!
Autism

Autism Center of Pittsburgh!!

Autism Centers of Pittsburgh has grown from a single announcement to a full-service autism specialty practice. Visit acpitt.com to learn about current services.

· 1 min read
DSM-V and Autism: Don't Fret
Autism

DSM-V and Autism: Don't Fret

When DSM-5 autism changes were announced, many families worried. Learn what actually happened, and how ACP provides current, accurate autism evaluations.

· 1 min read
ADHD: Top 5 Tips / new ADHD E-Pamphlet
ADHD

ADHD: Top 5 Tips / new ADHD E-Pamphlet

Hair-loss prevention The behavior of children with attention deficit and hyperactivity can cause parents to pull out their hair. So, before you become bald,

· 2 min read
Ten Tips for Managing Meltdowns
Autism

Ten Tips for Managing Meltdowns

Written by Dr. Carosso It’s not uncommon that kids may become overly emotional, even tantrummatic at times. Parents typically ignore such behavior and send

· 3 min read
Smart vs. Wise: Which is Better?
School & Education

Smart vs. Wise: Which is Better?

The benefits of brilliance Okay, I know you want your kiddo to be smart, get good grades, and achieve lots of academic success. It’s

· 2 min read