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.
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 …
HOW IS READY SET CONNECT FUNDED?
Once a child receives an official diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), their doctor will recommend supports through a variety of therapy options including speech therapy, occupational therapy, and most commonly they’ll recommend Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA). At Ready Set Connect we are prepared to help get you and your child the ABA services you need, but …
How Does ABA Therapy Help with Communication?
As a parent of a child on the autism spectrum, you know how difficult it can be when it comes to communication. Sometimes, you would give anything to know what was bothering your child at that moment, or learn more about what happened at school that day, but for right now, that remains a significant …
What is ABA Therapy?
When your child is diagnosed with autism, you are presented with numerous therapy options, one of which is ABA Therapy, which we use here at Ready Set Connect. ABA stands for Applied Behavior Analysis. In this therapy, behavior is modified using positive reinforcement. A therapist will set goals for a skill or behavior for the …
How Social Skills Programs Can Benefit Children on the Spectrum
Social skills are important tools to help children to lead more fulfilled, independent lives. The benefits of Social Skills programs can be seen early.