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Halloween Costumes for Sensory Sensitive Kids
Creepy crawlers, bugs, spiders and snakes are all things that make my skin crawl. But what makes a sensory-sensitive kids’ skin crawl? Perhaps it’s a stray tag, a bulky costume, something on his/her head or a face painting. Due to these factors, Halloween costumes can be very difficult to an...
The Meaning Behind the Blue and Teal Pumpkins
Little kids, big kids, witches, wolves, orange pumpkins and blue pumpkins… Generally, the universal rule is that a dark home on Halloween night means that the homeowners are not participating in the festivities. On the other hand, a decorated or well-lit home will entertain the miniature ghosts...
Back to School—-BUT which School?
Summer is Over; Where to Now?Many families who have a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) explore alternative educational options. Several options exist today, including: private schools, charter schools, homeschooling, public schools and ABA clinics. In this article, we will discuss why...
What is ABA Therapy?
ABA stands for Applied Behavioral Analysis. In general, ABA acts as a comprehensive treatment plan that works to minimize problematic behaviors while increasing appropriate behaviors and skills in all environments. ABA is a scientifically-validated treatment approach for individuals with Autism...
What’s All This Talk About “Autism?”
Over the last two decades, we’ve heard A LOT about this disability called Autism. Turns out, someone you love or a friend of a friend has a kid with Autism. What’s this all about? Will they grow out of it? What is Autism, actually? Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurological condition that...
Sensory Processing Disorder and Autism Can Go Hand In Hand
First, let’s discuss what Sensory Processing Disorder actually is. Sensory processing occurs when the brain receives and organizes information from external sources, such as light or sound, and internal bodily cues, such as hunger or balance. Individuals with Sensory Processing Disorder do not...
Got a picky eater on your hands?
How Food Chaining can help individuals with AutismAs an Applied Behavior Analyst (ABA) provider, I work with children who are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, as well as Sensory Processing Disorders. These disabilities often are associated with feeding difficulties and/or picky eaters. A...
Sports and ASD
Almost all year long, it’s sport season. In the winter, its basketball season. In the spring, it’s soccer season. In the summer, it’s beyond time for baseball, and we all know that people look forward to the fall strictly for football. Sports are a way for people to unite and come together,...
Austism Spectrum Disorder and the family holiday experience
Ahh…the holidays. It’s the holiday season once again and for most of us, pure joy and excitement is bursting amongst us and in the cool, crisp air. There’s shopping to do, parties to attend, and lots of gifts to check off your list. After all, it’s fun to give and to receive gifts. You’ve been...