One of the hallmark symptoms of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a deficit in communication. Many children on the autism spectrum develop their language skills at a slower pace than their neurotypical peers, while some will always remain non-verbal. Since language development is such an important part of living independently, building a child’s vocabulary and […]
Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) commonly face challenges when transitioning from one activity to the next. If they know what’s coming up next, they are more likely to navigate the situation successfully, without reacting negatively. This is why setting up clear routines is so beneficial to children with autism. It helps them feel comfortable, […]
Applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy) is highly regarded for its proven ability to help children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) gain the communication and social interaction skills they often struggle with. While every child’s ABA therapy goals will differ depending on their unique strengths, challenges, needs and preferences, a general objective is to help them […]
It is common for people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to hide their symptoms as best as they can from others. This practice is called masking, and it’s a way not only to hide autism symptoms but to also cope with them. Some individuals with autism mask their symptoms so they’ll fit in with their […]
Having restrictive interests is one of the hallmark symptoms of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Individuals with autism, for example, may show intense interest in one subject, such as vehicles, letters or numbers. These interests often go beyond just a preference for a certain subject, to the point where the individual knows specific and intricate facts […]
Providing support services to individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often takes a multi-step approach. Since autism symptoms can range quite dramatically from one person to the next, there is no one-size-fits-all approach that works. In many ways, this is why applied behavior analysis, or ABA therapy, is so highly regarded. It’s a science-based approach […]
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 […]
