When a child is first diagnosed with autism parents go through a range of emotions. Those emotions may include sadness or fear of the unknown as they wonder what the future will hold for their child. Will their child marry, have a family, go to college, or have a job?...
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Floortime (DIR) are therapies used for children with autism. The two therapies are similar in some ways but very different in others. The following are descriptions and comparisons of the two options. Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)...
“Stimming” is an abbreviation for “self-stimulatory behavior.” Examples of self-stimulatory behaviors that many of us may engage in are twirling our hair, tapping pencils or fingernails on a table, and swinging our feet. Everyone engages in self-stimulatory...
Are you venturing into the world of ABA therapy for the first time with your child diagnosed with autism? We understand that questions often arise when exploring impactful interventions. That’s why we’ve created this guide to provide clarity, dispel myths,...
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is a powerful tool that simplifies behaviors into manageable steps by fostering effective learning and positive behavior. Beyond its traditional therapy sessions, ABA is a game-changer right within the walls of your home. In...
