An SLP Uses Her Clinical Expertise to Help Kids With ASD Participate in Tennis
Since childhood, Lisa Pugliese had set her sights on becoming a professional tennis player. She played at Duke University and the University of Florida. “I never really knew anything other than tennis,” she says. Following back surgery after a few years on the tennis...
10 Reasons to Play Tennis For Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders
There are many reasons for both neurotypical and neurodivergent individuals to play this amazing sport. In this blog entry, I will list my top favorite reasons why individuals with autism will benefit from participating in tennis activities. Tennis increases fine...Tennis Interview with Anlor Davin, Author of Being Seen
http://www.anlordavin.com/ “Anlor Davin is an author, teacher, mother, French immigrant and a Zen student. Her book, Being Seen, is a memoir about an autistic woman struggling not only to be seen but to be understood and respected. Today, Anlor works daily to...Tennis: A Therapeutic Tool for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Teaching tennis to children with Autism Spectrum Disorders has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. I myself started playing tennis at the age of 5, having no idea that the sport would eventually take me around the world, meeting amazing individuals...
The Benefits of Physical Activity and Sports for Individuals with an Autism Spectrum Disorder
By: Jeannie Lozowski, Division 1 Collegiate Athlete Most forms of autism therapy come from programs that aim to develop communication, cognitive, and social skills. A majority of these skills are taught in a classroom setting where students can engage with teachers...Share This on Social Media:
