Autism
Special Interests in Autism: Examples & Benefits
What are Special Interests in Autism? Special interests in autism are intense passions for specific topics or activities that many individuals with autism develop. These interests can be integrated into education and therapy to support learning, emotional regulation, and social engagement. A parent might notice the pattern of special interests in autism early. Their child […]
The Life-Changing Power of ABA Therapy for Autism and Social Growth in 2026
From Isolation to Incredible Connection: The Life-Changing Power of ABA Therapy for Autism and Social Growth in 2026 top of page bottom of page
Transformative Scholarship Program Aims to Bolster Autism Care Workforce
ABA Centers Celebrates Inaugural Cohort of ABA Master’s Graduates from Temple University Driving the Next Generation of BCBAs ABA Centers proudly celebrated the graduation of its inaugural cohort of scholarship recipients from Temple University’s Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program. Completing their studies this past December, the eight graduates in this cohort […]
Valentine´s Day for Children with Autism: Tips for Families
Why Valentine´s Day for Children with Autism Can Feel So Hard Valentine´s Day looks simple on the surface: cards, candy, hugs, and hearts. But Valentine´s Day for children with autism often combines multiple stressors into one short window of time. The Sensory Load Bright colors, loud music, strong smells, scratchy clothes, and unfamiliar foods all […]
New Year, New Light! Insightful Autism Experiences Guiding a More Compassionate 2026
Every new year arrives carrying a quiet promise, but stepping into 2026 feels like stepping into a sunrise—warm, hopeful, and filled with a new light shaped by the stories and struggles shared by the autism community. These everyday moments, quietly threaded through our lives, teach us that true understanding isn’t found in guides or shortcuts—it […]
Autism and Mental Health: Challenges & Support
Without understanding and support, autistic burnout can become a cycle that affects mental, physical, and emotional health. Emotional Dysregulation in Autism A key component of autism and mental health is emotional dysregulation in autism, which refers to difficulty managing intense emotions or recovering after becoming overwhelmed. Neurological differences in how individuals with autism process sensory […]
Holidays with Autism: 7 Incredible Tips
How to celebrate the Holiday Season with a Loved One with Autism? As the holiday season approaches, it’s essential to recognize that celebrating the holidays with autism can be a joyous but also challenging experience for everyone involved. Caregivers and individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can enjoy festive gatherings filled with laughter and connection, […]
Gratitude Beyond Words – How Families Celebrate Thanksgiving with Autism in Mind
Thanksgiving has always been a season of gratitude—a time to pause, breathe, and give thanks for the love and blessings that shape our lives. But for families with autistic children, Thanksgiving isn’t just a holiday. It’s a journey of patience, understanding, and deep, unspoken for moments that often go unnoticed. In 2025, families across the […]
Managing Autism and Outings: 4 Stress-Free Tips
So when a child encounters a loud grocery store with bright lights, unpredictable crowds, or long waits, they’re not “acting out”—they’re experiencing overwhelm. Preparing for Autism and Outings Building Predictability: Preparing Children for New Environments Preparation is one of the most potent ways to make outings easier. Onsong Public Health and Research Perspective highlights that […]
Inspiring Growth – 10 Uplifting ABA Terms Every Autism Parent Should Embrace
Inspiring growth often begins in the most unexpected ways, especially when parenting a child on the autism spectrum. This journey is unlike any other—it’s filled with challenges that test patience, triumphs that warm the heart, moments of confusion, and bursts of joy that make everything worthwhile. Along the way, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) becomes more […]