Saying hi or waving may seem like a simple skill, but it’s an extremely important aspect of building meaningful social interactions. When we greet people, we are letting them know that we recognize them, that we’re happy to see them and that they’re welcome. Children learn the basic forms of greeting at a young age. […]
Consistency is key to reinforcing new skills and behaviors that all children learn. It’s especially so for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), who often thrive on routine and predictability. This is a major reason why consistency is one of the cornerstones of ABA therapy, or applied behavior analysis. When skills and behaviors are taught […]
Applied behavior analysis, or ABA therapy, is a leading treatment for people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). It’s rooted in scientific research and evidence surrounding behavior, including what causes certain behaviors and ways in which you can influence the response to certain inputs. ABA therapy takes a very unique approach to learning, helping children with […]
There are skills that children learn from a young age that have a profound impact on the rest of their lives. Something as simple as learning to share and take turns can have monumental effects on developing meaningful relationships and working in groups, for example, both of which deeply apply to someone’s personal and professional […]
Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) typically struggle with general communication, though how that challenge expresses itself is different with each child. For instance, some children may miss developmental milestones related to speaking, while others may not speak at all. In addition, children with autism also commonly have problems with non-verbal communication, such as identifying […]
Making requests is a vital part of communication. Without the ability to effectively ask for items or things, for example, children often won’t be able to get their needs met. Unfortunately, this situation commonly happens for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), who typically face challenges with communication. While each individual’s particular communication deficit might […]
Patience may be a virtue, but it’s something that most children have trouble exhibiting on a consistent basis. A child often wants things immediately and doesn’t want to wait for them. Yet, patience is a basic skill that all children must learn to master. When children can exhibit patience, it helps them to be in […]
Despite amazing progress in recent years, there’s still much that the general public doesn’t know or doesn’t understand about autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Advanced research and awareness efforts have led to improved identification of symptoms, accurate diagnosis, treatment options and general inclusiveness. At the same time, many people don’t fully grasp what autism is and […]
To succeed throughout daily life, children need to learn how to follow instructions. It is a skill that most children learn over time, with many bumps in the road to be expected. For children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), though, learning to follow instructions can be more difficult than others. This could be due to […]
