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Lauren Panzano
ContributorLauren is a Connect contributor writing on autism education and special-education practice.
Articles by Lauren
Family & Home Life Parent Strategies for Helping Children with Autism Cope with Transitions and Changing Routines
Transitions from one activity to the next can be difficult for any child, especially if they are being asked to leave a preferred activity to instead do something they need to do. While some...
Lauren Panzano
May 8, 2018 · 4 min read
Family & Home Life Parent Strategies to Help Children with Autism Cope with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD)
In this article, we explore Sensory Processing Disorder (also called sensory integration or sensory sensitivity), and how these issues can be alleviated and treated, and strategies parents and...
Lauren Panzano
May 5, 2018 · 5 min read
Classroom Strategies How to Prepare For Your IEP Meeting - For Parents of Children with Autism
Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) are defined as written plans outlining a program designed to meet the unique needs of one child. Walking into an IEP meeting prepared will help you and the...
Lauren Panzano
Mar 15, 2018 · 5 min read
About Autism Music Therapy for Children with Autism
Choosing the Best Program for Your Child Benefits Overview Music has been an enriching and meaningful way for people to engage with each other throughout time, and music can provide powerful,...
Lauren Panzano
Feb 19, 2018 · 4 min read
ABA & Therapy Five Research-Based Strengths Associated with Autism
Genius, Attention to Detail, Problem Solving, Memory, and Visual Skills All children, whether or not they are neurotypical, have unique sets of strengths and weaknesses. Children with Autism Spectrum...
Lauren Panzano
Feb 13, 2018 · 5 min read
About Autism How to Choose a Summer Camp for Your Child with Autism
Summer camp can be a positive and enriching experience for children on the autism spectrum, providing an alternative to the rigorous school year routine and opportunities for peer interactions....
Lauren Panzano
Jan 15, 2018 · 5 min read