Many schools have short and long breaks over the course of a school year which can be disruptive to a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Shorter breaks coincide with Easter or Passover, and in some cases, simply the arrival of spring. There are shorter breaks and long weekends throughout the year, such as President’s… Continue reading Preparing For School Breaks With a Child With ASD

As of 2023, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reports that 1 in 36 children are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). One of the more functional and successful interventions for children with autism is applied behavior analysis (ABA). ABA is a therapeutic intervention based on the science of learning and behavior. The applied part… Continue reading Technology’s Role in ABA for Parents and Professionals

As we’ve discussed in recent posts, it’s a myth that applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy is only designed to treat children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Not only can ABA help as a treatment for children with autism, but it can also be used as therapy for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and… Continue reading ABA’s Other Uses

Every year near the beginning of April, you’ll probably see folks on your social media networks promoting autism awareness or seeing slogans such as, “Light it Up Blue!” No matter how much we talk about autism, whether it be through social media, face-to-face, or autism education, there still remains a stigma.  Stigma hurts. It hurts… Continue reading Person-first or Identify-first Language? What to Say

As summer approaches, no doubt many opportunities for your child to attend summer day camps begin to appear. While these camps are often a welcome idea for parents who need to maintain a strict work schedule throughout the summer, they also provide an excellent opportunity for children to further develop and hone their social skills… Continue reading ABA’s role in Summer Camps

Sometimes, individuals with autism are placed in a residential facility, whether it be for safety, a placement that better meets the child’s needs, or other reasons. Depending on the type of residential facility, treatment may take place anywhere from a few days to one year, at which point the client is discharged to home (or… Continue reading Seamless Transitioning from a Residential Facility to Home

Whether you’re new to applied behavior analysis (ABA) services or you’re thinking of acquiring services for the first time, you’ve likely heard the words “autism” and “consistency” used often in the same thought or sentence. It’s science-backed—according to studies, children with an autism diagnosis sleep better, and for lack of better terminology—behave better when there… Continue reading The Importance of Consistent ABA Services

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), autism occurs equally in all ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic groups. While some risk factors have been outlined for autism spectrum disorder (ASD), the exact cause is unknown. This information is provided by the Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring (ADDM) Network, which is a part of the CDC.… Continue reading The Importance of Understanding Cultural Differences in ABA Treatment

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the prevalence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in America has increased by 178 percent since the year 2000. 1 in 44 children is diagnosed with ASD. The tremendous increase in autism spectrum disorder for all age groups has forced a need for treatment for those individuals. Because… Continue reading Why Is ABA a Great Career?

If your child has recently received a diagnosis of autism, you may be getting recommendations from your pediatrician, evaluator(s), and even friends and family on what the next steps are to help your child thrive. Many therapies don’t require a significant time investment; for example, if you pursue outside occupational therapy (OT), physical therapy (PT),… Continue reading How Many ABA Hours Does My Child Need?

If your child has been diagnosed with autism, you may be considering an applied behavior analysis (ABA) clinician or agency. You may hear recommendations from your child’s school, your pediatrician, or other parents, as ABA therapy is an important piece of the needs of children with autism. Overall, it may be a comprehensive piece of… Continue reading How to Select an ABA Provider

As the parent or caregiver of a child with autism, you already have a lot on your plate. It can even be a relief to take your child in-clinic to therapies such as occupational therapy or speech therapy because it gives you a moment to breathe. Because these therapies aren’t always behavior-focused, oftentimes the therapist… Continue reading Parent Engagement in ABA Treatment

Applied behavior analysis (ABA) is a therapeutic intervention based on the science of learning and behavior. The applied piece in ABA refers to understanding how behavior works in real-life situations. ABA was first defined and applied in the 1960s. By the 1970s, the Association for Science in Autism Treatment (ASAT) was founded to advocate for… Continue reading What Are Modern Approaches to ABA & How Has It Changed?