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How to Talk About Autism with Extended Family without Shame

Family support is critical in raising a child, no matter what that child’s development abilities are. It becomes even more critical, though, when a child is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Parents of children with autism…
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The Emotional Stages Parents Experience During ABA Treatment

When parents first hear that their child has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), they likely experience a wide range of emotions all at once. This can range from shock and surprise, to sadness, anger and everything in between. It…
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How ABA Therapists Collaborate with Pediatricians

Holistic approaches to well-being have become commonplace today, as the benefits of an all-encompassing plan are immense. The same is true of children who have developmental challenges such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Applied behavior…
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Preparing for the Holidays with ABA-Friendly Strategies

The holidays are an exciting time of year. Extended families and friends get together, celebrating traditions that have been passed down for generations. With so much being different during these celebrations, though, holidays can prove to…
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How to Help Grandparents Participate in ABA Learning

Parental and caregiver involvement is a key driver of success in applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy). The reason for this is quite simple: Parents and caregivers spend the most time with their children, so they need to know the strategies…
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What Eye-Tracking Studies Reveal About Autism

Studying autism spectrum disorder (ASD) presents a unique challenge to researchers, since many children with autism face deficits in social interaction and communication. In other words, unlike with other groups of people, researchers may not…