Applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy) is the leading treatment plan for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and has been proven to help build social, communication and daily life skills, while helping to modify certain behaviors. ABA therapy is based on scientific evidence about learning and behavior, and many strategies and tools have been developed […]
Families who have a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) face very unique challenges. The child with autism often has special needs and may get extra attention from parents, other family members and outside professionals such as ABA therapists as a result. The dynamic between siblings is always different in every family, but it can […]
As they grow and learn new things, some children develop what is known as perfectionism. This can be defined in many ways, but generally refers to when one always strives to do things perfectly, and gets upset if they don’t do so. On the surface, this trait might not seem negative. After all, if children […]
Learning and maintaining personal hygiene habits are necessary for all children to learn. Yet, as most parents know, getting their children to consistently keep up with these skills can be difficult. Whether it be washing their hands or taking a shower, children are often more interested in playing with their toys and running around outside. […]
Eating out at a sit-down restaurant or even ordering food from a fast food drive-through are tasks that many adults do on a semi-regular basis. While it’s considered a luxury for some, these tasks are part of everyday life for people, whether they’re celebrating a special occasion, going to a work function or just don’t […]
There are many skills that individuals need to learn if they want to live independently. Many of us take some of these skills for granted as we get older, but without them, it might make living on our own, holding a job and navigating through daily life difficult. One such skill is how to take […]
Children need to learn important practical life skills so they can live independently. Understanding how to shop, pay bills, budget and handle money are all key skills that increase a person’s autonomy. Concepts such as these are complicated and take time to learn and master. Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may need extra support […]
Parents of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may find it challenging to get them involved in laundry and other household chores. Children on the autism spectrum could find these things difficult, whether it is because of sensory sensitivities they face or whether it’s because it’s hard for them to understand tasks that involve multiple […]
When children enter preschool, they start to learn many fundamentals that serve as the building blocks for future education and skills. This includes learning letters, numbers, days of the week and time. All of this basic knowledge leads to more complex skills, such as reading, math and more. Calendar and time skills lead to important […]
