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Top 3 Strategies Schools Use to Help Children with Autism Flourish
Top of mind in every school should be that every child deserves the chance to shine. For children with autism, the school journey can be full of challenges, but also incredible victories. Schools across the world are adopting strategies to ensure children with autism don’t just survive in classrooms—they thrive. These top methods make all […]
Patriots Mascots Bring High Spirits to Children of Foxborough
ABA Centers was founded with a mission that was simple but ambitious: to redefine what’s possible in autism care. We knew families were underserved, clinicians were unsupported, and systems were outdated. So, we built something different; something better. In a recent interview with Inc. magazine, our CEO, Jason Barker, along with our Chief Clinical Officer, Quatiba Davis, […]
Life-Saving Water Safety Tips for Parent of Autistic Children
Life-saving moments happen every time your child with autism is near water, and if you’re a parent, you know how fast your heart can start pounding in those seconds. You’re far from alone in this—countless families live with the same constant, nerve-wracking worry. Water safety isn’t just a precaution; it’s truly a matter of life […]
ABA Centers of America employs an innovative strategy to help children with autism
ABA Centers was founded with a mission that was simple but ambitious: to redefine what’s possible in autism care. We knew families were underserved, clinicians were unsupported, and systems were outdated. So, we built something different; something better. In a recent interview with Inc. magazine, our CEO, Jason Barker, along with our Chief Clinical Officer, Quatiba Davis, […]
Dr. Deb: Aromatherapy and Children
Dr. Deb: Aromatherapy and Children | Psychology Today Aromatherapy and Children | Psychology Today When it comes to using aromatherapy with children, studies show it can be a safe, effective, and fast-acting complementary intervention for anxiety, sadness, fatigue, concentration, sleeplessness, and other common pediatric concerns. However, there are some important considerations to address before you begin this ancient practice for […]
CDC Updates ASD Prevalence to 1 in 31 Children in the U.S.
Why Are Autism Rates Increasing in Children? One of the report’s lead authors, Dr. Zachary Warren, put it bluntly, “The most compelling finding is how incredibly common the presentation of autism is.” According to the CDC report, this increase reflects advances in: Early Detection: More and more children receive evaluation before age 4. In fact, […]
Pedestrian Skills for Children with Autism: A Guide for Parents
How to Teach Pedestrian Skills to Children with Autism Individuals with autism navigate the world differently; this means that some things that we believe to be intrinsic knowledge for them are not so innate, and they need extra help and support to understand the skill or anything you want to teach them. In this case, […]
ADHD: Common Signs in Children and Teens and the Connection with Anxiety
What is ADHD? Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a lifelong neurodevelopmental disorder that is estimated to impact 7 million children between the ages of 3 and 17. Since ADHD symptoms differ from person to person, it’s important to understand common signs. At the most basic level, ADHD symptoms fall into three content themes or subtypes: […]
Tips for Managing Sensory Overload in Autistic Adults and Children
Here’s a detailed account of six practical tips to help manage sensory overload and stress, benefiting those in similar situations. 1. Assemble a Personalized Sensory Toolkit A sensory toolkit is a collection of items that can help manage sensory overload and provide comfort. Parents can customize autistic peoples’ toolkit based on their specific sensory preferences. […]
Back-to-School Tips for Children with Autism: Enhancing Classroom Organization with ABA
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is the research based and primary treatment to remediate symptoms of autism spectrum disorder. While ABA can be used in a therapy format to teach skills and reduce barriers for those diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, its key principles and protocols can be applied to a variety of settings, such as […]