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Teaching gratitude to children with autism or ADHD can be tough, especially when your child communicates differently, becomes easily overwhelmed, or struggles with abstract concepts. But gratitude isn...

Halloween is almost here! Costumes are ready, candy is bought, and excitement is in the air! But for some families, this night can be full of surprises, sensory overload, and unexpected stress.

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Halloween is filled with excitement; glowing pumpkins, friendly neighbors, and endless candy! But for many young kids with autism, the social parts of Halloween (saying hello, knocking on doors, or th...

Communication between parents and teachers is vital for the success of children with autism in educational settings. By implementing a few simple strategies, parents can enhance their communication wi...

Early skills such as gestures (waving, pointing, clapping) and eye contact are important building blocks for social communication. If your child rarely uses gestures or avoids making eye contact with ...

With September quickly approaching, the prospect of preparing your child for school might seem daunting. However, with the right strategies and consistent implementation of Applied Behavior Analysis (...

Children who don't have a reliable way to communicate with others often cry, scream, or tantrum when the people around them are unable to figure out what it is that they want or need. As a result, par...

One of the most effective ways to support your child’s communication growth is something simple you can start doing right now: narrating your day and modeling simple words.

What to Do: Narrate What Y...

Supporting your child’s play and language development can feel overwhelming, especially if your toddler or preschooler has autism. But what if you had practical, evidence-based strategies that make a ...

As a parent, navigating tantrums, difficult transitions, and communication delays can feel overwhelming. You may be at your wits end, wondering when you’ll be able to go about your day without walking...

Parenting a child with autism is a journey filled with questions, milestones, and endless love. One of the most impactful tools you can have on this journey is Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy....

Helping a non-speaking child with autism find their voice is a journey filled with challenges and breakthroughs. While verbal communication might not come easily, there are many effective strategies t...