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Applied Behavior Analysis
ABA is considered an evidence-based best practice treatment by the US Surgeon General and by the American Psychological Association. A qualified and trained behavior analyst (BCBA) designs and directly oversees the program. They customize the ABA program to each learner’s skills, needs, interests, preferences, and family situation. The BCBA will start by doing a detailed […]
How has DSM-5 affected an autism diagnosis?
Many parents and individuals with autism were afraid that DSM-5 might bring major changes to their diagnosis in the sense of services and insurance coverage. The DSM -5 main purpose was to help categorize disorders into “classes” with the intent of grouping similar disorders to help clinicians and researchers when diagnosing individuals with autism. What […]
Autism Feeding Issues
Meal times and feeding can be a hurdle in the life of a family with a child who has autism. There can be difficulties with eating due to different textures, smells, sounds, food allergies, aversions, or a lack of interest. However, there are many strategies to help children with autism overcome the hurdle and have […]
ABA Therapy Examples
The science of Behavior Analysis comprises three branches: Behaviorism, Experimental Analysis of Behavior, and of course, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) with the last more focused on applying researched concepts to promote socially-significant behavior. From ABA comes the multitude of research-based therapies or interventions which include Discrete Trial Training, Pivotal Response Training, Natural Environment Training, and […]
Autism and Communication Difficulties
Autism and communication difficulties go hand in hand. A failure to develop language is one of the earliest signs of autism. The ability to identify the distinct signature of this deficit in very young children has become increasingly important, given that the presence of speech before five years of age is the strongest predictor for […]
Some current dimensions of ABA
Some current dimensions of ABA ultimate goal are to bring about meaningful change to their children and families and for that change to occur in situations with school and family members. In the first Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis article in 1968, Baer and colleagues described seven dimensions of behavior analysis. To facilitate your understanding […]
Autism and bedtime routine
Design a bedtime routine that can be a win-win situation for your autistic child and yourself. Bedtime can be one of those nightly events which many parents love or hate or both! It means that peace and quiet are soon ahead, but it also can mean that a huge struggle is about to proceed. Many […]
Autism treatment in Glendale, AZ
Caring for an individual diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can present many challenges. The good news is that there are autism treatment options in Glendale, AZ so that you don’t have to do it alone. While no autism treatment has been shown to cure autism, several intervention options are utilized to reduce symptoms, […]
Autism treatment in Menifee, CA
Caring for an individual diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can present many challenges. The good news is that there are autism treatment options in Menifee, CA so that you don’t have to do it alone. While no autism treatment has been shown to cure autism, several intervention options are utilized to reduce symptoms, improve […]
ABA therapy in Glendale, AZ
LeafWing Center provides Applied Behavioral Analysis therapy in Glendale, AZ (and in homes, schools, and other locations throughout Southern California) to treat individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). 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 […]
ABA therapy in Menifee, CA
LeafWing Center provides Applied Behavioral Analysis therapy in Menifee, CA (and in homes, schools, and other locations throughout Southern California) to treat individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). 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 […]
ABA Insurance Coverage
Does insurance cover ABA therapy for my Autistic child? Most likely, yes, as ABA insurance coverage for the treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) continues to grow. Autism insurance coverage is now required at some level in all 50 U.S. states. The U.S. Surgeon General and the American Psychological Association consider ABA therapy to be […]