Beginning an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA therapy) program is an empowering step for families navigating an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis. However, before targeted interventions can begin, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) must establish a clear understanding of your child’s unique communication capabilities, social skills and learning style. One of the most trusted and […]
Receiving an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis for your child often comes with a detailed roadmap of therapeutic options. Among these, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA therapy) stands out as the gold standard of care, helping children sharpen communication, build social skills and foster everyday independence.1 15 However, when a child engages in challenging behaviors such […]
When a child exhibits challenging behaviors such as severe tantrums, aggression, elopement or self-injury, it is often a sign that they are struggling to communicate their needs. For parents of children on the autism spectrum, watching a child experience distress without knowing how to help can be overwhelming. In Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA therapy), behavior […]
It can be challenging to diagnose someone with autism spectrum disorder because there isn’t a definitive medical test that can produce results. Unlike some diseases such as cancer, there isn’t a blood test or imaging that can reveal an ASD diagnosis. What makes diagnosing autism even more challenging is that it can look a lot […]
