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Classroom Boundary Markers for Autistic Students
Boundary markers for autistic students are essential environmental supports that help clarify expectations and minimize confusion in the classroom. Children with autism thrive in a structured and predictable environment. Implementing boundary markers for autistic students helps establish routines early on and maintains consistency. In a world that is constantly changing, these routines provide comfort and […]
Social Stories and Autism
Developed by Carol Gray in 1990, Social Stories™ support preventative, or antecedent, strategies to help a child with autism successfully navigate challenging social settings. Social stories increase positive social behaviors and decrease challenging behaviors. Structured routines and visual cues, among other transition strategies, help children with autism anticipate and respond well to changes in their […]
Supporting students with autism in the classroom with an assignment notebook
One way to support students with autism in the classroom is to give them an assignment notebook. It will give them the feeling of inclusion, especially if all the students have one. While some students with autism are ultra-organized, others need support to find materials, keep their locker and desk areas neat, and remember to […]
Transition strategies for autistic students
Transition strategies for autistic students can be very beneficial when trying to help them move successfully from one activity to another. Every student has to transition multiple times through a given school day. By giving autistic students warnings about the time remaining in an activity can provide a helpful frame of reference. Individuals with autism […]
Choice Boards and “Wait” support for students with autism in the classroom
Choice boards and ‘Wait’ support in the classroom benefit autistic students based on their individual needs. Different Choice boards are necessary depending on the student’s motor and communication skills. These boards can display objects, pictures, icons, or words for various activities or reinforcers. It is important for the pictures to accurately represent the actual […]
Graphic organizers for students with autism
A graphic organizer is a visual support that visually represents facts and concepts within the organized framework. Graphic organizers arrange key terms to show their relationship to one another, providing abstract or implicit information in a concrete, visual manner. They are particularly useful with content area material in K – 12 curricula. Graphic organizers are […]
How is Applied Behavior Analysis Different From Psychology?
The answer to this question is that while many people have historically viewed applied behavior analysis as a branch of psychology, the two disciplines take fundamentally different and antithetical perspectives to account for variability in human behavior. This article will address some of the primary differences: The Main Difference Between Applied Behavior Analysis And Psychology […]
Can Autism be treated?
There is no cure for autism spectrum disorder. Autism is a heterogeneous disorder, which means it is a medical condition with multiple root causes. In the medical field, genetic heterogeneity occurs when a single gene has different mutations or when there are mutations in different genes. In both cases, the same disease or condition […]
Autism and periods
For many young teens, getting their period can be a challenging time as they navigate the physical and emotional changes that come with it. But for those on the autism spectrum, these challenges can be even more pronounced. Sensory sensitivities, difficulties with emotional regulation, and communication issues can all make dealing with periods particularly […]
Foods to avoid with autism
Disclaimer While some studies suggest a link between certain foods and autism symptoms, it is important to note that research in this area is still evolving. As of now, there is no concrete evidence to support the claim that avoiding certain foods can improve autism symptoms. This blog post outlines best practices for all […]
What is ABA therapy?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is an evidence-based scientific technique used in treating individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities. In general, ABA therapy relies on respondent and operant conditioning to change or alter behaviors of social significance. ABA therapy differs from behavior modification in that ABA therapy changes behavior by […]
Why Does ABA Help Children With Autism?
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a condition related to brain development that impacts how a child perceives and socializes with others, causing problems in social interaction and communication. The disorder also includes limited and repetitive patterns of behavior. The term “spectrum” in autism spectrum disorder refers to the wide range of symptoms and severity. […]