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Toilet training is a major milestone for any child as it increases their independence and ability to take advantage of new opportunities. Toilet training also reduces the strain on caregivers and other vital people in the child’s life, like educators, friends, and more.
Our Guide to Easier Toilet Training with Autism: 6 ABA Tips! Read More »
In this blog, we present seven strategies to help you prepare for an autism-friendly Halloween celebration. With appropriate planning and a few key strategies, your child can enjoy Halloween in a fun and stress-free way for the whole family.
Autism and Halloween: 7 Essential Strategies for a Stress-Free Celebration Read More »
Play is a natural part of every child’s life. Do you remember when you were a kid, and your imagination turned a few pillows into a towering castle? Or maybe a cardboard box into a rocket ship and your least favorite toy into the villain of the story? Play fuels creativity, social learning, and development. However, play in autism can look a bit different. Many children on the spectrum may find it challenging to engage in imaginative worlds or follow the rules of a structured game.
Play in Autism: 6 Tips for Parents and Caregivers in Connecticut Read More »
Discover essential strategies for ensuring swimming safety for kids with autism. This comprehensive guide provides parents with five effective methods to prevent drowning and create a secure environment.
Swimming Safety for Kids with Autism: 5 Strategies for Drowning Prevention Read More »
As summer draws to a close, many parents and children start preparing for the new school year. For families of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), this time can be particularly stressful. The transition from the relaxed and flexible schedule of summer to the structured and predictable routine of school can be challenging and make the back-to-school transition challenging. While many children enjoy the change and look forward to the new school year, children with autism often experience significant anxiety and stress.
Back-to-School Transition in Autism: 7 Practical Tips for Parents in Connecticut Read More »
Many children and teenagers with an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis (ASD) face distinct obstacles when it comes to participating in physical activities like sports. These struggles playing sports with autism can be due to common difficulties some experience living life on the spectrum.
Playing Sports with Autism: 4 Ways ABA Supports ASD Athletes Read More »
In the past, autism was often misunderstood, misdiagnosed, and sometimes even classified as a disease, leading to significant challenges for those affected and their families. This confusion stemmed from the overlapping symptoms of autism with other conditions, making it difficult for healthcare professionals to identify and diagnose the disorder accurately.
ADOS-2 Test: A Comprehensive Guide to Autism Diagnosis Read More »
Fortunately, with some proactive planning and ABA insight, ASD families can create excellent, low-cost, easy-to-conduct summer activities that are perfect for an autism-friendly summer. Incredible autism-friendly summers can include tons of different events like nature walks, therapeutic play with water, gardening, and more!
Create an Autism-Friendly Summer: 8 ABA-Inspired Activities Read More »
In this blog, we aim to be an exhaustive resource for parents, caregivers, educators, and supporters of individuals with autism. Our goal is to elucidate the significance of autism early intervention and the profound impact ABA therapy can have on your loved one. Join us in exploring this approach and learning how it can empower your child to achieve their utmost potential.
Autism Early Intervention: 4 Key Advantages of ABA Early Care Read More »
Is there a cure for autism? When receiving a diagnosis of a disease, disorder, or condition, it’s natural to wonder if there is a cure. This concern is no less significant for families who are navigating the challenges of an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis for a loved one. One common question that arises in
Does the Cure for Autism Exist? 3 Reasons to Dispel Misconceptions Read More »
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