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Managing Aggression with ABA

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can affect children in many different ways. The neurodevelopmental disorder is typically characterized by deficits with communication and social interactions, as well as restrictive interests and/or repetitive…
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High Levels of Cortisol and Autism

Cortisol is a hormone that every human produces to help with a variety of functions. Often known as the “stress hormone,” it’s released into the bloodstream when you perceive stress, causing your blood pressure and heart rate to increase. This…
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Applying ABA Therapy to Real World Situations

Children who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) typically struggle with communication and social interaction skills. They may also face sensory sensitivities, as well as have restrictive interests and/or display repetitive behaviors. Developing…
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The Vocabulary Challenges for Children with Autism

There are many different ways in which autism can affect a child. This wide range of symptoms and effects, in fact, is why it’s today referred to as autism spectrum disorder (ASD). That being said, autism is diagnosed by the presence of…
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Valproate and Autism Risk

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that children are born with. Over the last 25 years, the prevalence rate of autism has been increasing steadily. It’s believed that part of the reason for the dramatic increase…