ABA Myths Busted for Freehold Area Families
One of the most innovative therapies available to children with autism is Applied Behavioral Analysis, also called ABA. This technique uses motivational strategies to assist children in developing desired
Home vs. Center-Based ABA Therapy Near Raritan Valley
There are many ways to provide children with autism with ABA therapy; two of the most common are home-based treatment and center-based treatment. When making a decision, there are
3 Reasons Early Intervention Services are Successful for Children with Autism in Monmouth County
Children as young as a year old may already show signs of autism; it’s never too soon to begin early intervention services. Autistic children can benefit in many ways
Yes, I Sent Him to the Grocery Alone
No, I don't mean my son, he's only 6. I mean my husband. And by alone, I meant without me, he did have the kids. All five of them.
Can I “Lemonade” it?
Oh, the things kids say! I brought my kids to work with me on a Sunday morning (yes, it happens when you have your finger in too many pots)
Tale of a Punishment Procedure (No Hitting Allowed!)
So my teeny tiny daughter learned to walk. This wasn’t yesterday; she’s been taking steps since she’s all of 9 months old! But at 11 months, she thinks she’s
Why I am Walking Around Like It’s My Birthday
Oh, the things we take for granted! I was supervising in the classroom when I overheard this simple exchange between Judy, an ABA therapist, and Olivia, a 6-year-old with
Musings of a BCBA Mom
BCBA: Board Certified Behavior Analyst. The one who assesses, plans the course of treatment, supervises the therapists, does parent training, coordinates care among various providers, provides feedback, trains therapists....
Fun with Lauri 60 Object Magnets
One of my favorite things to do is to find a single toy or object and see how many targets we can address with it. I've involved the awesome
Love and Valentines Day
Having a child on the spectrum is exhausting , challenging and overwhelming. Though you would not trade your baby for the world some days you would be more that