Nutrition and ASD
Many children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have food aversions and sensitivities to certain food colors, textures, flavors, or smells that make mealtimes challenging. Parents many worry their child isn’t getting enough nutritious foods, especially if the child...
The Growing Demand for BCBAs
A report issued in 2021 by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board shows that the demand for behavior analysts with board certification has increased nearly 6,000 percent over the past twelve years. Demand for behavior analyst assistants who hold certification has...
5 Calming Techniques for Children with ASD
Many children with ASD may act out when they’re stressed, fearful, frustrated, or anxious. Because children with ASD often have difficulty expressing and communicating their feelings in socially acceptable ways, their distress may take the form of an emotional...
Music Therapy & ASD
Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often have difficulties with social interaction and communication. Music therapy uses musical experiences and the relationships that develop through them to enable individuals to feel calmer, identify and express their...
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.