Category: ABA
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is widely recognized as the gold standard therapy for autism. More than 600 scientific studies have proven its effectiveness in helping children on the spectrum learn age-appropriate behavior, communication, and social skills. ABA is... Read More
By Colleen McChristie | Autism Home Support Services: Summer isn’t complete without pool parties, family reunions, picnics and barbecues…. These events are exciting for most children, but kids with autism can get overloaded with lots of people, music,... Read More
Chicago Parent Staff talks with our own Megan Feldman, MS, BCBA at AHSS: With summer comes streets fests, hot temps, fireworks, barbecues, family parties and upended routines. It can bring challenges to any family, but for families with children with special needs,... Read More
Your 2-year-old son has tantrums all the time. Just moving his favorite chair can trigger a meltdown. He grunts and points when he wants something. He rarely looks you in the eye and often doesn’t respond to his name. Family and friends are reassuring. “Kids develop... Read More
All of the small victories accomplished along the way are pieces of the bigger puzzle, and that got us thinking, Why not celebrate and share those progress pieces too? So that’s exactly what we’re doing! Let’s celebrate today with Progress Pieces – Family Fortunes!
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