Strategies
4 Strategies When Your Child Refuses to Go to School
With school in full swing for students across the country, parents and caregivers could begin to see signs of school refusal. Rogers Behavioral Health’s Dr. Heather Jones explains how to identify it and provides strategies for helping your child overcome it. What is school refusal? School refusal describes a set of behaviors exhibited by children […]
Autism-Friendly Strategies for Making Friends in a New School
Starting at a new school can be daunting for anyone, but for autistic students, it often comes with additional challenges. The fear of the unknown, the pressure to fit in, and the intricacies of social interactions can make this transition particularly tough. But embracing positive change is possible, and with the right strategies, making friends […]
5 Strategies for Utilizing Behavior Contracts to Support Autistic People
Autism is a spectrum disorder characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech, and nonverbal communication. Each individual with autism is unique, which means tailored approaches are essential for effective support. Importance of Behavior Contracts Behavior contracts are powerful tools that can provide structure, encourage positive behaviors, and support the unique needs of autistic […]
School Anxiety: Signs and Strategies
The start of the school year means new routines, classmates, and teachers. While returning to school brings anticipation and excitement, many students struggle with worries and fears beyond what’s considered the first-day jitters. Anxiety disorders affect approximately 32% of children between the ages of 13 and 18 years old. Research shows teens with untreated anxiety […]
Emotional Regulation Skills | Five Tips and Strategies For Adults
Before we can regulate/manage an emotion, we need to know how to identify it and understand its purpose or message. Just like any challenge we encounter in life, we first need to have at least a basic understanding of what exactly it is that is causing us a problem before we can begin to change […]
Essential ABA Strategies for Boosting Summer Activities for Autistic People
Essential to the enjoyment of summer for autistic clients is the understanding that it can be overwhelming. Yet, with the right strategies, it becomes a season of enriching experiences. Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) emerges as the guiding light, offering techniques to elevate these activities into unforgettable moments. Let’s explore three crucial ABA strategies that promise […]
10 Strategies for Managing Mental Health in Autism
Every individual with autism possesses a unique, beautiful, and empowering mind, brimming with potential, creativity, and depth. However, navigating the complex world of mental health can be particularly challenging for those on the autism spectrum. Understanding and supporting their emotional well-being is not just beneficial; it’s essential for unlocking their fullest potential. Here, we delve […]
8 Strategies to Forge Relationships
How do individuals with autism make friends? Navigating the journey of making friends with autism presents a set of challenges for children on the spectrum. This complex intersection between autism and friendship sparks significant curiosity among parents and caregivers, leading them to ponder how individuals with autism make friends. Acknowledging that interpersonal connections and friendships […]
Integrating ABA into the Classroom: Strategies for Supporting Students with Autism
Integrating ABA into the Classroom: Strategies for Supporting Students with Autism By: Blain Hockridge Managing classroom behavior can be one of the most challenging tasks faced by both new and experienced teachers. It is also a task that teachers may have been inadequately prepared for in their prior training and education. In fact, it’s been […]
Uncover 6 Proven Strategies for Enhancing Communication and Interaction
At ABA Centers of America, our mission is to deliver comprehensive support services tailored for teens with autism. Our offerings span early intervention, autism assessment and diagnosis, and personalized ABA therapy for children, teenagers, and adults. Our certified therapists conduct the ABA therapy plans and are committed to continuous in-house training to ensure their expertise. Recognizing […]