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Why is It Important to Practice Play Skills in ABA?

Play may seem like a leisure activity that’s fun for children. It’s true, play is something that most children — and even many adults — love to do, but it’s also a very valuable skill that is very beneficial to everyone. Play…
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Can ABA Help with Learning How to Take Care of Pets?

Pets can be extremely comforting for children, serving as a play buddy, a companion and a model for responsibility. There is much research that proves that pets can be great for children who have autism spectrum disorder (ASD), as they can bring…
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Can ABA Help with Following a Morning Routine?

Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often thrive on routines. They are typically most comfortable when they can predict what’s going to happen next, which results in better compliance of requests, better cooperation and overall better…
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Why is Independent Play Encouraged in ABA?

Children who have autism spectrum disorder (ASD) commonly face struggles with communication and social interaction. Because of this, it might seem odd to say that it’s important to encourage children with autism to play independently. After…
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Why Should Autistic Children Learn Meal Preparation Skills?

Cooking with children is a fun way to get them involved in an essential life skill that everyone needs to gain to live independently. In addition to learning how to prepare themselves food, cooking allows children to explore different textures,…