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Autism Behavior

Little Girl Playing with Her Mother

A Guide on Positive and Negative Reinforcement in ABA Therapy

C: ABA TherapyA: Danny Gavin

You’re at the mall trying to buy a pair of shoes for yourself when your child with autism flies into…

Girl being overwhelmed by sensory overload

Sensory Processing Disorder and Autism

C: ABA TherapyA: Danny Gavin

When we see a child react powerfully to a loud noise, a strong smell, or flashing lights, we immediately assume…

Young boy drawing while sitting at a table

At-Home Activities For Kids with Autism

C: Autism BehaviorA: Danny Gavin

“Play is our brain’s favorite way of learning,” said American author, poet, and naturalist Diane Ackerman.  Yet, for many children…

Mother cheering on her daughter during potty training

Potty Training & Autism

C: Autism BehaviorA: Danny Gavin

The significant milestones in a developing child’s life include learning to walk, talk, and use the bathroom independently.  Yet toilet…

Child having a meltdown in the grocery store

How to Handle Autism Tantrums

C: ABA TherapyA: Danny Gavin

To the unaware, a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) having a meltdown might look like any other temper tantrum.…

Young boy stimming at school

What is Stimming in Autism?

C: ABA TherapyA: Danny Gavin

It’s natural.  Everybody does it.  Stimming.  Examples include drumming your fingers on a surface, rocking, or swaying. Stimming involves repetitive…

Young girl looking out of the window

Autism and Depression

C: ABA TherapyA: Danny Gavin

It is estimated that 7% of the general population in the United States has experienced at least one depressive episode…

Two siblings that are mad at each other

ABA Therapy for Aggressive Behavior

C: ABA TherapyA: Danny Gavin

If your child has ever been called a “bad kid” or  “uncontrollable” due to their aggressive tendencies, there may be…

Child with Autism Learning New Things During an ABA Therapy Session

The Importance of Early Intervention in Autism

C: ABA TherapyA: Danny Gavin

Early experiences are critical in who we become as individuals and how we can contribute to our communities and society.…