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ABA Therapy Hours and Days Recommendations

When a child receives a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), parents are often met with a whirlwind of information, clinical terms and therapeutic options. Among these, applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy) is frequently highlighted…
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Staffing & Turnover

Applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy) is built on the foundation of consistency and the strength of the relationship between a child and their therapy team. Because ABA is a data-driven and highly personalized practice, the people delivering…
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Can ABA Therapy Help with Accepting ‘No’ as an Answer?

The word “no” is an inevitable part of the landscape of a child’s life. Whether they’re being told not to have a second cookie, to put down electronics or to stop playing so they can take a bath, they hear the word "no" every day. For…
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Can ABA Therapy Help with Waiting Patiently?

Waiting is a difficult concept for many children to grasp. The passage of time can feel like an eternity, whether they’re waiting for their turn on the swings, for a favorite snack or are in line at the store. For children with autism spectrum…
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Can ABA Therapy Help with Following Instructions?

Children are surrounded by instructions. There are simple requests such as "please put your shoes away" and more complex, multi-step directions in settings such as a classroom. In all environments and forms, the ability to listen, process…