A hallmark symptom of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is sensory sensitivity issues. Some children with autism face hypersensitivity to certain sensory stimuli, while others face hyposensitivity. This could mean that they either have an aversion to certain stimuli (such as not liking the feel of certain textures) or they are drawn to it (such as […]

It’s well-known that applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy) can help children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) build the communication and social skills they may face deficits with. The science-based treatment plan can also help children modify certain negative and/or harmful behaviors into positive ones. ABA therapy’s impact can go well beyond that, too. It has […]

Applied behavior analysis, or ABA therapy, is considered the gold standard of treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). It has been praised by many professionals for how effective it’s proven to be at helping children with autism gain social, communication and daily life skills, while also modifying negative and/or harmful behaviors. Still, there […]

Goals are a significant part of applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy). After an initial period of assessments, evaluations, observations and discussions, the therapy team will create specific goals for each individual patient that target certain skills and/or behaviors. The goals are important because they will form the basis of the treatment plan itself. In other […]

Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are known to thrive when they have daily routines. When children with autism know what to expect and are able to predict what’s happening and when, they’re more likely to feel comfortable and less likely to feel anxious or overwhelmed. This can present a major challenge to even experienced […]

There are many essential skills that applied behavior analysis, or ABA therapy, teaches children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This includes social, communication and daily life skills, in addition to learning how to modify certain behaviors that might be considered negative, harmful and/or disruptive. ABA therapists have many different tools and strategies at their disposal […]

Birthday parties are typically very exciting for children. They look forward to attending them for their friends and family members, and get even more excited when the party is celebrating their birthday. For children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), birthday parties can be a source of anxiety, worry and feelings of being overwhelmed. So much […]

Applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy) is commonly considered to be the most effective treatment option for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The science-based approach to learning helps children with autism improve their social, communication and daily life skills, while also modifying negative behaviors. Oftentimes, children on the autism spectrum will suffer from multiple conditions/disorders. […]

Virtual and telehealth services exploded as a necessary and viable alternative to in-person healthcare visits out of necessity during the COVID-19 pandemic. Luckily, technology had advanced enough in the years leading up to the pandemic that many people were still able to connect with a health-care provider they needed for non-emergency medical attention when they […]

Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can face many unique challenges because of their neurodevelopmental disorder. In addition to having deficits in communication and social interactions, children may also have restrictive interests, exhibit repetitive behaviors and experience sensory sensitivities. These common symptoms can cause children with autism to feel anxious or overwhelmed in certain situations. […]