Young Adults and ASD: Challenges to Consider
For most young people, the passage to early adulthood presents new responsibilities, greater levels of independence, and shifts in social and family relationships. This time of life can be especially challenging for young adults with ASD, who may experience changes in...
Self-Care for Parents of Children With Autism
Parenting a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can at times be lonely and physically, financially, and emotionally stressful. Focusing on the child with ASD can create strain on a marital relationship and create challenges for other relationships. For example,...
What Does it Take to Become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT®)?
A Registered Behavior Technician (RBT®) is a credentialed paraprofessional who implements ABA treatment plans developed by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs). RBTs practice under the guidance and supervision of a BCBA or Board Certified Assistant Behavior...
Understanding ABA Techniques
An evidence-based behavioral treatment for individuals with autism spectrum disorder is Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). ABA encourages desired behaviors and discourages undesired behaviors to improve a range of skills. ABA is used in many schools and treatment...
How to be Your Child’s Advocate
If your child has autism spectrum disorder (ASD), chances are your most heartfelt desire is to be the best advocate you can to ensure your child gets the right care and services. As parents, we want to feel that we stand up for our children and prepare them for the...
What is Autism?
April is National Autism Awareness Month, calling attention to Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) that affect 3.5 million Americans. Autism is a complex developmental disability that typically appears during childhood and is lifelong. It affects a person’s ability to...
Ten Things to Know about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability that can cause serious social and behavioral challenges. People with ASD may learn, communicate, and behave in ways that are different from others. Ten things to know about ASD are: 1. According to...
Can ABA Therapy help my child?
ABA is widely used in schools and clinics for children with autism spectrum disorder, and may include a number of different techniques.
The Importance of Early Intervention
This type of intervention has been shown to help children with autism, but it hadn’t been shown to work with very young children over a longer timescale until now.
Seeing an increase in your child’s challenging behavior during the holidays?
Children on the autism spectrum exhibit challenging behavior during the holidays. The best thing for parents to know is that you are not alone. What many people perceive as a time to celebrate with gifts, food, and visiting family can become very stressful for children with autism.