Family support is critical in raising a child, no matter what that child’s development abilities are. It becomes even more critical, though, when a child is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Parents of children with autism may need more help and support — both physical and emotional — than those of neurotypical children. This is because […]
Parental and caregiver involvement is a key driver of success in applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy). The reason for this is quite simple: Parents and caregivers spend the most time with their children, so they need to know the strategies that ABA therapists use during sessions so they can best support their children outside of […]
Studying autism spectrum disorder (ASD) presents a unique challenge to researchers, since many children with autism face deficits in social interaction and communication. In other words, unlike with other groups of people, researchers may not be able to get accurate information from children on the autism spectrum by asking them questions. Yet, advanced research has […]
Advanced technology is changing the way things are done in multiple aspects of our lives. Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, for instance, are helping enhance lives, providing valuable tools that are transforming different industries. In applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy), AI technology is now providing therapy teams new ways to track and analyze data […]
One of the hallmark symptoms of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a deficit in communication. Many children on the autism spectrum develop their language skills at a slower pace than their neurotypical peers, while some will always remain non-verbal. Since language development is such an important part of living independently, building a child’s vocabulary and […]
Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) commonly face challenges when transitioning from one activity to the next. If they know what’s coming up next, they are more likely to navigate the situation successfully, without reacting negatively. This is why setting up clear routines is so beneficial to children with autism. It helps them feel comfortable, […]
Applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy) is highly regarded for its proven ability to help children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) gain the communication and social interaction skills they often struggle with. While every child’s ABA therapy goals will differ depending on their unique strengths, challenges, needs and preferences, a general objective is to help them […]
It is common for people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to hide their symptoms as best as they can from others. This practice is called masking, and it’s a way not only to hide autism symptoms but to also cope with them. Some individuals with autism mask their symptoms so they’ll fit in with their […]
Having restrictive interests is one of the hallmark symptoms of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Individuals with autism, for example, may show intense interest in one subject, such as vehicles, letters or numbers. These interests often go beyond just a preference for a certain subject, to the point where the individual knows specific and intricate facts […]
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 all, independent play is done alone and doesn’t require a child to interact and/or communicate with others at all. […]
