Autism

Author’s note: For several years, I worked with children with autism and their families all over the United States, providing ABA therapy.I hope my experience as a Registered Behavior Technician will help you answer your questions about autism! So, your family member just received an autism diagnosis, or perhaps you’re waiting for the results of […]

The Positives of Autism Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is classified as a developmental disorder and can be seen by those who are unfamiliar as a roadblock to independence. While it may be easier to see the challenges associated with a diagnosis of autism, individuals with autism have many unique skills and abilities. In fact, autistic

The hustle and bustle of the holiday season can be difficult for anyone. The lights, sounds, people, and increased demands to participate in holiday activities add additional stress to all members of a family unit, but even more for those who have children with autism. The holiday season can mean increases in unwanted behavior. But

If you’ve done any research on ABA therapy as a treatment for autism, you’ve probably seen letters after people’s names, like BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) and RBT (Registered Behavior Technician). Attached to those letters are the well-trained professionals who help people with autism deal with challenges in their lives. In our previous article, “What

Seeking an autism diagnosis, whether it’s for yourself or a child, is a pivotal point in anyone’s life. A young woman recently shared her autism diagnosis story with us, which she wrote as part of her application to Harvard. It’s a personal, powerful commentary that she gave us permission to share. “I despise tests. Between

Even with a consistent ASD-support team and IEP (Individualized Education Plan) in place, the transition from one school year to the next can come with its fair share of growing pains. Old behaviors may emerge again and present challenges that impede school success for many students with autism. One month passes, then another. How soon

If you are new to the world of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), chances are you’re a bit overwhelmed! ASD research has come a long way in the past few years alone, and technology is making it easier than ever to share the current best practices in the field. Luckily, parents of children with autism do

What are common ABA therapy techniques and how do they benefit children, teens, or adults with autism?

Did you know that there are millions of people in the United States who have autism? The CDC estimates that 5,437,988 people in the country have autism. That means that it’s more common than you thought for you or someone you love to have autism. If you’re unsure if you fall into this category, there

Autism is one of the most common disorders in the U.S. More than 5 million people in the U.S. have autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Despite the prevalence, autism is often misunderstood. In an attempt to provide understanding, many organizations have launched campaigns focused on “autism awareness.” Most recently, there has been a shift towards “autism