The number of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has been on the rise in recent years. In 2022, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimated the autism prevalence to be one in 31 children, an increase from the estimate of one in 36 children from only two years prior. What this means […]
If your child was recently diagnosed with applied behavior analysis (ASD), you likely have a lot of questions. Many of those may revolve around what support and treatment services are available and recommended to help support them in the unique ways they need. Following an ASD diagnosis, professionals typically prescribe applied behavior analysis. Also known […]
Being a parent of a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can present many unique challenges. You can feel like you’re on an emotional rollercoaster at times, rotating between feeling proud and happy to confused, worried, sad, angry and even lost. Whether your child was just recently diagnosed with ASD or not, it’s important to […]
Parents always want what’s best for their children. For parents of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), doing so can be very challenging, especially if the place you live doesn’t have the support and services that your child might need. For example, if your child has been diagnosed with autism, they likely will be recommended […]
If a trained professional has diagnosed your child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), they will likely recommend them to receive applied behavior analysis. Also known as ABA therapy, it’s a science-based approach to learning that has been proven to help children on the autism spectrum improve their social, communication and daily life skills. ABA therapy […]
A diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often comes with a recommendation to get applied behavior analysis, or ABA therapy. That’s because it’s considered the gold standard treatment option for children on the autism spectrum. Following targeted strategies that are rooted in scientific evidence, ABA therapists can help children with autism improve their communication, social […]
At times, you may feel as if you’ve figuratively hit a wall, that you’re feeling tired and worn down even though you had a typical day. This type of fatigue is normal for people to experience occasionally. For individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), fatigue can happen much more frequently. Some may even experience fatigue […]
Peer pressure is something that everyone faces in their lives, but can be especially severe in the teenage years. Navigating this part of life can be challenging for any teen, and it can present unique challenges to teens with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) who already may struggle with communication and social interactions. These situations can […]
Applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy) aims to support children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) so they can live as independently as possible. There are many different ways in which this is done through targeted interventions that address each child’s unique strengths, challenges, preferences and needs. Whether therapists are working with patients to develop new skills […]
Data is at the heart of applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy), which is the gold standard treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). It helps to inform therapy teams to make the best decisions for every child they serve. By collecting and analyzing a wealth of data during initial assessments, ongoing therapy sessions and […]
