Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that children are born with. It’s a lifelong disorder, meaning it is something that can’t be cured or that people grow out of as they get older. In many ways, people think of autism as a mental health condition. At the same time, various scientific studies have […]
Acceptance, understanding and support for people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has come a long way in recent years. A majority of states, in fact, have passed legislation over the last 20 years that mandates certain levels of insurance coverage for autism-related care. Nebraska is one of those states that mandates this type of coverage […]
Animals and man have long had an interesting and interconnected relationship. Whether as food, helpers in farms and fields, or companions, animals have provided man with many benefits over centuries. In more modern times, animals have been used as ways to provide direct support for people who have special needs. This has become more formalized […]
Managing time properly is an essential skill that everyone needs to possess. In fact, it’s one of the main skills necessary to promote independence. Everyone from children to adults need to manage their time well, so they can do everything from complete a test in school to ensure that high-pressure deadlines are met at work. […]
Autism is often thought about in terms of the limitations that it puts on individuals. People who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) certainly face challenges that many of their neurotypical peers don’t, such as with communication, social interactions and sensory sensitivities. At the same time, people on the autism spectrum possess extraordinary abilities. […]
Many medical and mental health professionals refer children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) for applied behavior analysis. ABA therapy, as it’s also called, is considered the gold standard of treatment options for children with autism. The science- and evidence-based approach to learning can help children build the social and communication skills that they often struggle […]
Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) face many common struggles that can affect them in their daily lives. While there are different degrees to which their symptoms may affect them, two of the most common things they typically struggle with are social interactions and communication. These deficits can often affect different aspects of life that […]
The teenage years are quite formative in a person’s life. They are met with a lot of new things, whether that be in their own personal physical development, what they’re exposed to, extra freedoms they get and the fact that they usually start thinking about their long-term future. For many teenagers, this part of their […]
Applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy) is the leading treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Incorporating repetition, positive reinforcement and many other strategies, therapists can help their patients build the social, communication and daily life skills that they may struggle with. Leading most ABA therapy plans is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, or BCBA. […]
