Signs of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often appear in early childhood, making early recognition and intervention important. When you are able to successfully navigate the
More often than not, parents and caretakers of neurodiverse individuals often wonder if their child may also have other neurodevelopmental disorders, such as attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder,
Parents often wonder about the difference between ASD vs autism. Do the terms mean the same thing? What does each term imply, and why does
About 15% of the public school population receives special education services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), with 13% qualifying due to an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) (Shaw et al., 2025). As the prevalence of autism continues to rise—with 1 in 31 children diagnosed—educators face an increasing responsibility and opportunity to create inclusive, supportive learning environments.
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is becoming increasingly common in educational settings. More often than ever, schools are turning toward ABA providers to support the behavioral, social, and academic needs of their students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities. ABA therapists, including Board Certified Behavior Analysts® (BCBAs®) and Registered Behavior Technicians® (RBTs®), play a critical role in learning outcomes for these students.
Parents and caregivers often wonder whether exercise and outdoor play may be beneficial for their autistic child. Research shows that they are! The CDC recommends
A registered behavior technician® (RBT®) is a paraprofessional who works in the applied behavior analysis (ABA) field delivering behavior analytic services under the director and
Children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences tend to experience many eating challenges. In a 2019 article, researchers found that 70% of autistic children experience
Early intervention is a range of services and supports for infants and young children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other developmental delays. These services
