Autism Food Challenges
You may have heard of disordered eating in autism spectrum disorder (ASD), but do you understand what it is? It’s important to be informed about the different categories – such as food rumination – that can exist within this condition. Let’s look closely at how they affect those with autism. Categories of Disordered Eating on […]
Social Stories for Autism
Social Stories Help Children With Autism Cope With Social Situations A social story is a learning tool to help children with autism feel more comfortable in different social situations. These stories describe scenes from a child’s viewpoint and include pictures to make them more engaging. The sections below discuss social stories and their importance […]
Disruptive Behavior and Autism Spectrum Disorder
One of the biggest challenges parents of children with autism face is managing disruptive behaviors. ABA therapists commonly rely on the ABC method to promote positive behavior in children on the spectrum. In this article, we describe the elements of the ABC technique and explain how they are used. Disruptive Behavior and Autism Spectrum Disorder […]
Pretend Play and Autism
Pretend play, also known as imaginative play, is an essential part of child development. It helps children develop their language and social skills, as well as their creativity and problem-solving abilities. However, for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), pretend play can be particularly challenging. To support these children in overcoming such challenges, ABA services […]
Sensory Integration Therapy
Information from the environment bombards our senses daily, which can be challenging for children with autism (ASD). The good news is sensory integration (SI) therapy helps us understand and incorporate this information into our behavior. This article will explore how SI therapy can help those with autism live more comfortably. What is Sensory Integration? Sensory […]
