For many students, the sight of exam papers or a ticking clock on a computer screen triggers a wave of uneasiness. For students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), “test anxiety” often goes beyond simple nerves. In fact, it can manifest as significant sensory and cognitive overload that makes it nearly impossible to complete the test […]
Puberty is a time of major change for everyone. It can be a complex period in one’s life, where physical, hormonal and mental changes all seem to be happening at the same time. It’s challenging enough for neurotypical children, as any parent will tell you. For those with neurodevelopmental challenges, such as autism spectrum disorder […]
Applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy) is often prescribed for children who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). As the leading treatment plan for children on the autism spectrum, it’s an evidence-based approach to learning and behavior that helps patients build social, communication and daily life skills with which they may struggle. ABA therapy can […]
Was your child recently diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)? If so, you likely have many questions, including what applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy) is, how you can fit it into the family schedule, and how you will pay for it. ABA therapy is a science-based approach to learning and behavior that’s considered the gold […]
AmeriHealth Caritas is a managed care organization that provides healthcare services for beneficiaries of Medicaid in North Carolina. The company provides wellness coverage that not only includes medical services, but also behavioral health and other benefits. Families in North Carolina who have a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) might be wondering whether related services […]
Applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy) is often prescribed for children who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). As a science-based approach to learning, it is considered the leading treatment for children on the autism spectrum because of its ability to teach them new skills and help them modify certain behaviors. ABA therapy can be […]
One of the best parts about applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy) is that it’s a highly personalized treatment plan. It is catered to each specific patient’s unique strength, challenges, preferences and needs so therapists can help target the most appropriate skills and behaviors for each child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) they serve. As children […]
Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can make great strides with applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy). Over time and with targeted interventions that are personalized to them, children can improve their social and communication skills, learn daily life skills, modify behaviors and manage emotions as they seek to gain as much independence as possible. How […]
Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may exhibit behaviors that their neurotypical peers do not. These can range from self-stimulatory such as excessive tapping of their feet, to repetitive behaviors such as rocking back and forth, to even self-harming behaviors such as banging their head. There are many possible underlying causes for these behaviors, including […]
As a parent of a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), you may be thrilled if you observe your child active and engaged in their applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy) sessions. From the outside looking in, constant activity, long hours and a lot of drills may seem like they are contributing to your child building […]
