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Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects millions of people all around the world. It is characterized by difficulties in communication, social interaction, and repetitive behaviors. However, what many people don’t realize is that autism isn’t a one-size-fits-all diagnosis. In fact, there are several types of autism that fall under the same umbrella term— the Autism...

Autism is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide, yet it remains widely misunderstood. This lack of understanding often leads to discrimination and exclusion for those on the autism spectrum— that’s why raising awareness about autism and advocating for the rights of autistic individuals is so important. Today, we’ll explore how you can get involved in Autism...

The History Of The Special Olympics In honor of the Special Olympic World Games happening this month in Berlin, we wanted to offer a history of these amazing games for this month’s blog post.   Did you know that this incredible organization has been changing lives for over 50 years? From humble beginnings in the backyard of Eunice Kennedy Shriver’s Maryland home, this global movement...

Autism is a complex developmental disorder that affects communication, social skills, and behavior. It’s estimated that 1 in every 50-100 children is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). However, the symptoms of autism can vary widely from person to person which makes it difficult to diagnose.   In this month’s blog post, we will explore the most common symptoms of autism and...

You don’t have to wait to receive services! Insurance companies know the importance of receiving therapy at an early age which is why they offer Bridge coverage. Bridge coverage for ABA therapy refers to temporary coverage of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy services provided to a child with autism by a health plan or insurer during a transition period when the child’s ABA...

If your pediatrician suspects that your child may have autism, it is important to seek further evaluation and assessment from a qualified healthcare professional, such as a developmental pediatrician or a child psychologist. These professionals are trained to diagnose autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and can help determine if your child has ASD or another developmental condition.   Early...

Positive reinforcement is a key component of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, which is commonly used to treat individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities. Positive reinforcement involves providing a desirable consequence or reward to increase the likelihood of a behavior being repeated in the future. For example, if a child with autism says “hello” in...

Parent involvement is an essential component of ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) therapy, which is commonly used to treat individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities. In ABA therapy, parents play a critical role in the success of the treatment plan by providing support, reinforcement, and feedback to the therapist. ABA therapy often involves developing specific goals and...

As a parent or caregiver of a child with autism, you may often find yourself in the challenging situation of trying to calm them down. It can be difficult to understand what triggers their anxiety and how best to alleviate it. However, with patience and some useful techniques, you can help your child feel more relaxed and comfortable in any environment. In today’s blog post, we will...

Everyone feels low from time to time, so it’s not always easy to know when it is part-and-parcel of daily life, and when it’s time to seek help. In most cases, it is short-term and self-correcting, but for a significant minority this is not the case. For those individuals, it is important to seek treatment just as you would any other health condition. Here we discuss six warning signs which,...