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Seasonal Changes For Children With Autism

ABA

Oct 2022

The changing of the seasons can be a fun and exciting time for children and their families. There are holidays, breaks from school, and new weather to enjoy or avoid. Milestones, memories, and special events are all things to look forward to – but they can also be stressful and cause challenges for children with autism.

Things To Know About ABA

ABA

Sept 2022

One of the greatest values in the application of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) can be found in how reinforcements are set in place to promote and reward positive behaviors so that they become more frequent and, to discourage undesirable behaviors.

Verbal Behavior in ABA

Miriam Newmark M.Ed, BCBA, LBA - Clinical Director

June 2022

Verbal Behavior (VB) is the behavioral analysis of language which focuses on the function of language not just the form. We look at language as a behavior that can be directly taught and increased through reinforcement.

Potential Signs of ASD Disorder

Theresa Scott, Psy.D.

May 2022

Potential Signs of ASD Disorder. According to the CDC, one in 54 children in the United States is now diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) Despite increased autism awareness, 25 percent of children with ASD under eight yrsld, are still going undiagnosed.

What is an RBT?

Maria Lopez – Training Specialist

April 2022

What is an RBT? RBT stands for Registered Behavior Technician; this is the person who implements behavioral therapy for children on the Autism Spectrum in a one to one setting under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Sensory Integration

Shira Kahn, OT

February 2022

Sensory integration is when the body receives sensory information from external stimuli and organizes it, allowing us to interpret what sensations are essential and unnecessary. When someone experiences sensory integration difficulties, they have trouble deciphering between the two

Autism Speaks – Walk

November 2021

Opportunity For ABA is Everywhere

October 2021

Does your child ever cry in the grocery insisting on getting what they want? Is your child sitting on the side at recess instead of joining in the game with friends? ABA therapy helps decrease problem behaviors and increase desired behaviors in the school, the home, in the clinic, or in the community.