What Are Autistic Hand Gestures in Babies?
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Most babies hold their hands or fingers out in what adults consider unusual positions. This is a standard way of…
How Long Does it Take to See Results From ABA Therapy?
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ABA therapy, or applied behavior analysis, is an evidence-based therapeutic approach that focuses on understanding and improving the behavior of…
How Can a Service Dog Help a Child with Autism?
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You see them in the airport, at the local coffee shop, the mall, and even at your child’s school: dogs.…
A Guide on How to Get an Autistic Child’s Haircut
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The feeling of hot water on your head, the sound of buzzing clippers, or the unpredictability of a loud hairdryer…
A Guide on Successful Dental Visits for Children with Autism
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Did you enjoy visiting the dentist when you were a child? Or did you feel a knot in your stomach…
What Are Mands in Autism?
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Manding is the foundation of communication in applied behavioral analysis or ABA therapy, widely regarded as the gold standard for…
A Guide on Medication Treatments for Autistic Children
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Some have called it a ‘chemical straight jacket,’ while others have called it a ‘life jacket,’ however you feel about…
Difference between Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorder
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It’s been called “sub-threshold autism,” a form of autism that doesn’t quite meet the criteria for full-blown “classic” autism. However,…
The Role of Task Analysis in ABA Therapy for Children with Autism
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Imagine you're teaching your child how to bake cookies from scratch. It's a fun and delicious activity, but it requires…
Learning About Autism Awareness Month and Its History
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You may have seen it online, or heard about it around your community- April is Autism Awareness Month. This month…