Know what to look for when choosing your childs’ program
Early detection of autism is essential. As soon as a diagnosis is made, families should be provided with accurate, up-to-date information about science-based intervention options. Once a diagnosis is obtained, precious months are often wasted as families negotiate the maze of intervention alternatives. It is important for doctors to direct families to services that are research-based and proven to be effective. Unfortunately, many fad treatments are also available and claim to be beneficial to children with autism but have no research actually to support their effectiveness. In fact, some of these therapies can actually cause more harm than good.
Early intervention services are available for children 18 months to 9 years of age. Research indicates that the earlier the child gains access to quality behavioral treatment, the more likely they are to have a better long-term outcome. Check out the latest findings and summaries from the National Autism Center to compare the effectiveness of different treatments for autism.
Founded in 2006, Bierman Autism Centers is a place where kids engage in play to learn foundational skills they can build on, such as self-advocacy and communication. They recognize that every kid’s success is unique, and their one-on-one approach allows them to drive progress and measurable outcomes while each child is advancing on their own terms.
With over 300 graduations, Bierman operates centers across Arizona, Indiana, Massachusetts, North Carolina, New Jersey, Ohio, and Rhode Island—and might be in your state soon!
