Autism is a developmental disorder that, in the last few years, has come to refer to a wide range of different disorders. While five different conditions now fall under the umbrella of what’s called autism spectrum disorder, or ASD, most people who are diagnosed with it face behavioral, communication and social challenges. Unlike some other […]

Part of the Complete Guide to Discrete Trial Training Children who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) face challenges that many typically-developing people don’t. They may have trouble with fine motor skills, such as tying their shoes, or following directions, communicating regularly or even feeling comfortable in social situations. For many of us, these […]

There’s so much about autism spectrum disorder (ASD) that is unfortunately misunderstood in today’s society. Not only do many people confuse what the developmental disorder itself is, but they also confuse some of the most popular treatments for it. ASD is an umbrella term that’s used today to describe five different but related developmental disorders. […]

Part of the Complete Guide to Discrete Trial Training Discrete Trial Training, or DTT, is just one method that is used in ABA therapy, or applied behavioral analysis, to help teach children with autism the skills they need succeed in life. By following these principles, ABA therapists are able to help children overcome the challenges […]

Part of the Comprehensive Guide to Stimming Many people exhibit self-stimulating behaviors to help them cope with their emotions. In typically-developing people, this could include twirling their hair if they’re bored, tapping their fingers on a desk if they’re concentrating or biting their nails if they’re nervous. Stimming, as these behaviors have come to be […]

Part of the Comprehensive Guide to Stimming Self-stimulating behaviors are exhibited by all types of people. But, the term stimming — as it’s more commonly referred to — is usually referred to for people who have autism. This stimming behavior can present itself in a number of different ways. No matter how the child with autism “stims,” […]

All of us have things that we do to help us regulate our emotions. Some of us might tense up if we’re angry, literally (and figuratively) bite our lip when we’re frustrated or take a deep breath if we’re sad. All of these things are called self-stimulating behaviors. Today, these behaviors have been given a […]

Part of the Insurance Guide for ABA Therapy Over the last 20 years, autism in children has been diagnosed at a higher rate than ever. In 2021, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention conducted a study that found the prevalence of autism in children increased from one in 125 people in 2004 (a […]

Part of the Insurance Guide for ABA Therapy The prevalence of autism throughout the country is on the rise. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported in 2021 that the rate of autism increased from one in 125 people in 2004 to one in 44 in 2021 — a major jump from a rate […]