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What Delayed Joint Play Can Indicate About Autism

Joint play is a major opportunity for development in children, as it fosters the building blocks of social skills and communication. Children who have autism spectrum disorder (ASD), though, can struggle with joint play because they have trouble…
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Understanding Regression vs. Plateau in Autistic Toddlers

Applied behavior analysis, or ABA therapy, is the gold standard of treatment options for children who have autism spectrum disorder (ASD). As a science-based approach to learning, ABA therapy helps children gain the social, communication and…
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Why Some Autistic Toddlers Lose Words Temporarily

If your child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) starts to regress in their development, it can be quite concerning. After all, it’s likely they’ve made great strides overcoming challenges with communication, social interactions and daily…
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Autism Milestones by Age: What Progress Really Looks Like

If your child has autism spectrum disorder (ASD), you might be wondering what the typical milestones are to look out for. While many of these developmental milestones are easily found for neurotypical children, they may not be for children with…
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Teaching Kids with Autism Not to Steal

All children need to be taught certain social rules and boundaries. One example is teaching a child what constitutes stealing and why it’s bad. Oftentimes, children who steal don’t even realize they’re doing something wrong. They might…