by ICT | Apr 4, 2018 | Child Development, ICT, Intensive Programs, Speech Therapy
A hallmark of autism is difficulty navigating social interactions. Things like connecting with others, enjoying family get-togethers, or asking for help at a supermarket can be challenging for individuals with autism. Because social interaction is central to...
by ICT | Feb 8, 2018 | Child Development, ICT, Speech Therapy
Narrative skills allow us to understand and tell stories. And we’re not just talking about inventing fictional tales! We learn and communicate using stories many times a day. Take a look at some of the ways: • Reading comprehension • Re-telling events • Telling others...
by ICT | Nov 14, 2017 | Child Development, ICT
One of our main goals at Integrated Children’s Therapy is helping children develop the social communication skills needed to enjoy the hallmarks of being a kid, like connecting with those around them, making friends, and playing with others. Gratitude supports social...
by ICT | Oct 16, 2017 | Child Development, ICT
Today, the autism landscape, which is vast (1 in 59 children), is brighter than it used to be. “Autism outcomes are infinitely better than they were even ten years ago,” says Dr. Michael Alessandri, Executive Director of the University of Miami-Nova Southeastern...
by ICT | Sep 25, 2017 | Child Development, ICT, Intensive Programs, Services, Speech Therapy
Learning how to manage big feelings is an important task of childhood. In order to learn, focus, listen, communicate, and engage with peers, we need to know how to regulate emotions like stress, anger, or even excitement. It’s a tough lesson for all kids, but for...
by ICT | Aug 18, 2017 | Child Development, ICT, Speech Therapy
Social interaction is remarkably complex and far surpasses the words we speak! You can learn more about social communication here, and one of our favorite tools for teaching it...
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