Aggression in children with autism, often more prevalent than with neurotypical children, can be a distressing challenge for families. Fear of potential behaviors, and the resulting embarrassment and stress, can significantly limit family outings. As these children grow, their physical strength increases, making it more difficult and sometimes impossible for parents to manage the aggressive …
Receiving an autism diagnosis can result in a mix of emotions. You are relieved you finally have a reason for all of the behaviors you have been noting, and you now have access to services to help them. However, it also starts the emotional journey of accepting the diagnosis. As you work to accept the …
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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 …
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.
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.
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 …
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 …