TIPS FOR POTTY TRAINING A CHILD WITH AUTISM USING ABA
Learning to use the bathroom is an important step for a child’s independence. This skill can often be difficult for a child on the spectrum, but we’re here to tell you that it doesn’t have to be.
Commonly Used ABA Terminology
Every field comes with their own set of jargon, with medical fields being notorious for complex language, and ABA is no exception. You may find yourself confused in conversations with your therapists if they drop some of ABA’s alphabet soup. Not only are there a number of mnemonics and abbreviations, but there’s also some ABA …
Preparing Your House for Your Child’s Sensory Needs
Children on the autism spectrum may have some unique sensory needs that require some adaptations not present in a typical home. Whether you live with a child with sensory needs, or have someone visiting, there are some key ways you can adjust your home environment to make it more sensory friendly. There are many different …
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What is Stimming?
Parents of children with autism often state that some of the first atypical behaviors they noticed in their children were repetitive movements such as hand flapping, body rocking, or pacing. These self-stimulation behaviors, or “stimming,” are one of the key parts of an autism diagnosis. But what many people do not realize is how diverse …
5 Ways to Foster Social Skills in the Summer
School is out and summer is here! But that doesn’t mean that all learning and social skill development has to stop. In fact, without the hectic nature of the school year, and with more time spent outside with family and friends, children can use this season to focus more on how to communicate with others …
Tips to Foster Positive Relationships with Neurotypical Sibling
Siblings: sometimes they’re two peas in a pod, and others can be so different you may wonder if they’re truly related. Either way, they are growing up together, and have a lasting impact on each other. When one child is on the autism spectrum, it can make that relationship a bit harder for them to …
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Your Rights for ABA Under New Hampshire State Law
So you have been recommended ABA by your doctor, but you’re not sure how your insurance will cover it. Fortunately, New Hampshire requires meaningful coverage for autism, which includes therapies such as ABA, under state regulated plans. New Hampshire’s autism insurance bill, HB 569, was enacted in 2010 and became effective on January 1, 2011.
What is a Social Skills Program?
Social skills are the rules, customs, and abilities that guide our interactions with other people and the world around us. A neurotypical person typically learns these skills as they grow and interact with others. Someone with autism, however, may have a more difficult time developing these skills, and may require more explicit instruction, which is …
What are the Benefits of ABA Therapy?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a mode of therapy in which behavior is modified using positive reinforcement. A therapist will set goals for a skill or behavior for the child and use a rewards and consequence system to help them achieve it. ABA is one of the most recommended therapies for children diagnosed with Autism …
WHY IS EARLY INTERVENTION IMPORTANT?
If you have a young child who has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, you have probably heard the term “Early Intervention” countless times by now. Every provider you’ve interacted with has probably talked to you about the importance of getting your child into Early Intervention. You may have even started your child in some …