Jim Anthony

Our founder, Christopher Barnett, recently received the following unsolicited letter from a parent explaining in detail her family’s autism journey and how she feels about ABA Centers of America’s work with her daughter.  Dear Chris and ABA Centers of America Team, Our family wants to thank you for all the joy you bring to our […]

In the new film, “My Apocalyptic Thanksgiving,” a zombie-obsessed adult on the spectrum searches for his mother, but his journey involves challenges like a Korean family and a street gang competing to be his family. Marcus, the lovable main character, teaches the rest of the film’s characters powerful lessons of forgiveness guided by his favorite

If your child has been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), you may wonder which is the most effective, home vs. center-based ABA therapy. You realize how important it is for your child to master the skills they need to live the most independent life possible, so you want to make the best decision possible.

Whether you’re in the field of ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) and interested in professional development or just want to learn more about it, we’re giving you the top 16 ABA conferences near you and around the world! These conferences are also great for families and caregivers hoping to learn more about how they can support

Experts working with individuals on the autism spectrum all agree that early intervention for autism is vital. We now know more about Autism Spectrum Disorder than ever before. Children with autism can be diagnosed as early as 18 months. Autism screening tools and the role of developmental pediatricians have become essential as we have come

In this article, we will provide some ideas and criteria to help you make an informed decision when choosing the right BCBA and RBT for your family. It has been said a million times, but it is worth saying again that every child with autism is different and will have unique needs, as will their

The answer to whether autism is a disability or disorder is complicated. If you’re a parent with a child on the spectrum, you may have learned many terms to describe autism and its characterizations. Phrases like neurotypical, reinforcement, and echolalia may come as second nature these days (if not, check out our Autism Glossary). But

TBH, TBH creature, the autism creature, the creature, and yippee are all names for a simple, computerized, hand-drawn character who has become the unofficial mascot for many people with autism. He is an all-white, four-legged creature with a large head, big black eyes, and a neutral expression. The first public appearance of the autism creature