The History of ABA Therapy
C: ABA Therapy Danny Gavin
There was a time when children with Autism were sent to live at psychiatric institutions with extremely inhumane conditions. That’s…
Choosing Activities for Nonverbal Children with Autism
C: Autism Behavior Danny Gavin
Between 25%-35% of autistic children are believed to be non-verbal. Non-verbal autism isn’t a medical diagnosis. This is because there’s…
A Guide on Positive and Negative Reinforcement in ABA Therapy
C: ABA Therapy Danny Gavin
You’re at the mall trying to buy a pair of shoes for yourself when your child with autism flies into…
How to Handle Autism Tantrums
C: ABA Therapy Danny Gavin
To the unaware, a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) having a meltdown might look like any other temper tantrum.…
Guide to Social Skills Therapy for Kids with Autism
C: ABA Therapy Danny Gavin
One of the most significant challenges for children with autism spectrum disorder is the skills needed to be at ease…
What Is Nonverbal Communication in Autism?
C: Communication & Social Skills Danny Gavin
Having nonverbal autism is not a diagnosis. Instead, it describes a set of symptoms under the Autism Spectrum Disorder umbrella. …
The Revolution of Naturalistic ABA Therapy
C: ABA Therapy Danny Gavin
Learning a skill in a therapy room or clinical setting is one thing. Yet it is quite another when you…
What is Stimming in Autism?
C: ABA Therapy Danny Gavin
It’s natural. Everybody does it. Stimming. Examples include drumming your fingers on a surface, rocking, or swaying. Stimming involves repetitive…
The Importance of Early Intervention in Autism
C: ABA Therapy Danny Gavin
Early experiences are critical in who we become as individuals and how we can contribute to our communities and society.…