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Autism and Aging: What You Need to Know
Autism and Aging: What You Need to Know

Autism and Aging: What You Need to Know

As people with ASD age, they may experience a number of changes, including: Increased social challenges. As people with ASD get older, they may find it more difficult to interact with others. This can be due to a number of [Read More]

2023-07-05T11:08:33+07:00By Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed|Categories: Autism, Personal Blog|Tags: aging, ASD, AUTISM, cognitive functioning, Early Identification, Education, health problems, healthcare, Intervention, social challenges, Support|0 Comments

Parenting an Autistic Child: Tips for Success
Parenting an Autistic Child: Tips for Success

Parenting an Autistic Child: Tips for Success

1. Accept your child for who they are. One of the most important things you can do as a parent of an autistic child is to accept them for who they are. This means understanding their unique strengths and [Read More]

Low-Functioning Autism: What You Need to Know
Low-Functioning Autism: What You Need to Know

Low-Functioning Autism: What You Need to Know

Symptoms of Low-Functioning Autism: The symptoms of low-functioning autism can vary from person to person, but some common symptoms include: Communication difficulties: Difficulty communicating verbally or nonverbally. This may include difficulty understanding and using language, difficulty making eye contact, and [Read More]

What is High-Functioning Autism?
What is High-Functioning Autism?

What is High-Functioning Autism?

High-functioning autism (HFA) is a type of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) that is characterized by relatively good verbal and cognitive skills. People with HFA may have difficulty with social interaction and communication, but they are often able to live [Read More]

2023-07-01T14:18:37+07:00By Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed|Categories: Asperger Syndrome, Autism, Personal Blog|Tags: Anxiety, ASD, Asperger's syndrome, AUTISM, Autism Cambodia, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Communication, Diagnosis, executive functioning, living with autism, mood disorders, Repetitive Behaviors, resources for autism, restricted interests, Sensory Sensitivities, Social Interaction, Treatment|0 Comments

Asperger Syndrome: What You Need to Know
Asperger Syndrome: What You Need to Know

Asperger Syndrome: What You Need to Know

Asperger syndrome (AS) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that is characterized by difficulties in social interaction and communication, as well as restricted and repetitive patterns of behavior. People with AS often have intense interests and may become fixated on certain [Read More]

2023-07-01T14:26:59+07:00By Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed|Categories: Asperger Syndrome, Personal Blog|Tags: ASD, Asperger Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Behavioral Therapy, Communication Skills, difficulty understanding social cues, high-functioning autism, intense interests, Occupational Therapy, restricted and repetitive patterns of behavior, Social skills, Speech Therapy, trouble making friends|0 Comments

What happens during an autism assessment
What happens during an autism assessment

What happens during an autism assessment

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder that affects communication and behavior. People with ASD may have difficulty interacting with others, communicating verbally or nonverbally, and understanding social cues. They may also have repetitive behaviors or interests. There [Read More]

2023-07-01T14:19:48+07:00By Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed|Categories: Autism, Personal Blog|Tags: Anxiety, ASD, AUTISM, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Communication, diagnostic assessment, language, repetitive behaviors sensory processing, restricted interests, screening social interaction, self-esteem cognitive and academic functioning, self-help skills behavioral and emotional functioning, sensory sensitivities adaptive functioning|0 Comments

Autism in Cambodia: What You Need to Know
Autism in Cambodia: What You Need to Know

Autism in Cambodia: What You Need to Know

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder that affects communication and behavior. People with ASD may have difficulty with social interaction, communication, and repetitive behaviors. The prevalence of ASD in Cambodia is estimated to be around 1%, which [Read More]

2023-07-01T14:20:48+07:00By Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed|Categories: Autism, Personal Blog|Tags: ASD, ASD Cambodia, AUTISM, autism awareness cambodia, Autism Cambodia, autism education cambodia, Autism in Cambodia, autism in children cambodia, Autism Resources Cambodia, autism spectrum disorder cambodia, Autism Support Cambodia, Cambodia, Challenges, Diagnosis, prevalence, Resources, Treatment|1 Comment

You can ”catch” Autism – Myths About Autism
You can ”catch” Autism – Myths About Autism

You can ”catch” Autism – Myths About Autism

Here are some of the most common myths about autism: Autism is a disease. Autism is not a disease, but rather a developmental condition. It is not contagious and cannot be cured. Autistic people are all the same. Autism is a [Read More]

2023-07-01T14:21:41+07:00By Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed|Categories: Autism, Personal Blog|Tags: ASD, Autism Awareness, Autism in Cambodia, Autism is a disease, Myths About Autism, What is Autism|0 Comments

How to help Kids with Special Needs Stay Focused in Class
How to help Kids with Special Needs Stay Focused in Class

How to help Kids with Special Needs Stay Focused in Class

There are many things that teachers, parents, and caregivers can do to help kids with special needs stay focused in class. Some helpful strategies include: Provide a quiet, distraction-free environment: If possible, try to seat children with special needs away [Read More]

2025-05-14T15:18:19+07:00By Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed|Categories: Personal Blog|Tags: ADHD, ASD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Distracted, distracted students, Focused kids, Learning Disabilities, Special Needs|1 Comment

Difficulty understanding social cues
Difficulty understanding social cues

Difficulty understanding social cues

Difficulty understanding social cues is a common symptom of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). People with ASD may have trouble understanding the following: Facial expressions Body language Tone of voice Indirect language, such as sarcasm or humor Social rules, such [Read More]

2025-04-10T17:37:38+07:00By Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed|Categories: Autism|Tags: accessories, ASD, ASD Cambodia, AUTISM, Autism in Cambodia, Autism School, Body Language, facial expressionseye contact, gestures, OrbRom Special Education Center, pace of speech, silence, Special Education, Special Education in Cambodia|0 Comments