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Easter eggs… Not just for egg hunts (but those are fun...
Getting your child to follow directions can feel like a constant battle. Whether you're asking them to clean up toys, get ready for bed, or sit down for dinner, not listening or following through...
Handling tantrums at home can be tough, but when they happen in public places, the challenge escalates. Every parent has faced a grocery store meltdown or a restaurant outburst, but the good news...
Transitions can be particularly challenging for children, especially those with autism or ADHD. Moving from playtime to mealtime or switching from one activity to another can trigger anxiety,...
As a parent, it can be concerning to notice that your toddler isn’t reaching speech milestones at the same pace as other children. Delayed speech is a common issue many toddlers face, and it...
It's not a bad word!
Consequences occur after a behavior, and based on the consequence, that behavior may be more or less likely to occur again in the future.
Parenting a child with challenging behaviors can feel overwhelming. Whether it’s dealing with frequent tantrums, transitions that feel impossible, or difficulty following directions, these...
One question that we get asked all the time, especially as we begin to introduce the concept of Positive Reinforcement to parents, is, “What’s the difference between positive...
If you're the parent of a toddler or preschooler with autism, finding the right support for your child’s development can be challenging. Many families explore options like special education...
Observable: we are able to see it
Examples: ripping up paper
Non example: anger Your provider will define behavior in very observable ways (It’s not wrong to attach emotions to...
Choosing the best therapy for your toddler or preschooler with autism can be a challenging decision. Center-based ABA therapy offers a structured, evidence-based approach to helping children reach...
Antecedents can also be called "triggers." This is anything that happens right before the behavior, that seems to trigger it. Antecedents are a piece of the puzzle to help us understand "why" a...
