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Sensory Seeking Behaviors in Children with Autism

C: Autism BehaviorA: Danny Gavin

Your child enjoys rocking back and forth, making loud noises, touching shiny objects, and standing uncomfortably close to others.  These…

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How and When to Get an Autism Diagnosis

C: Autism EducationA: Danny Gavin

Whether your child is six months or 19, receiving an official autism diagnosis can be life-changing. For many children and…

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Repetitive Body Movements in Autism

C: ABA TherapyA: Danny Gavin

One of the first indicators of autism in toddlers is repetitive body movements.  From rocking back and forth, repeatedly kicking…

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A Guide to The Best Therapies for Autism

C: ABA TherapyA: Danny Gavin

When it comes to selecting the best therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), there is no one-size-fits-all answer.…

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Teaching Children with Autism to Regulate Emotions through ABA Therapy

C: ABA TherapyA: Danny Gavin

According to a 2021 study, autistic children and teens are four times more likely to have difficulty controlling their emotions…

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ABA Therapy and How It Reduces Harmful Behaviors in Autism

C: ABA TherapyA: Danny Gavin

Repeatedly banging their head against the wall, destroying a piece of furniture, or pushing someone else for no apparent reason…

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Signs and Symptoms of Autism in Teens

C: Autism SymptomsA: Danny Gavin

Withdrawing from friends and family, being short-tempered, easily distressed, confused, or overly anxious might seem like ‘typical’ teenage behaviors.  This…

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Natural Environment Teaching in ABA Therapy

C: ABA TherapyA: Danny Gavin

Boring!  That’s how many children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) interpret ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis). Traditional autism therapy is often…

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ABA Therapy in the Classroom

C: ABA TherapyA: Danny Gavin

Today, a general education teacher regularly faces children who demonstrate challenging behaviors in their classroom.  Teachers are expected to handle…

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Sensory Activities for Kids with Autism

C: Autism BehaviorA: Danny Gavin

Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) see the world differently. Some kids with ASD might have heightened senses, where a…