Many toddlers have speech delays, and sometimes a speech delay is a symptom of something bigger, like autism. I know from experience that it’s often confusing and overwhelming to parents who are on waiting lists…
Having a child who is a late talker can be stressful. Will they talk on their own? Do I need to intervene? Are they just
Dr. Mary Barbera emphasizes a holistic approach to speech development in children with autism or speech delays, assessing not only speech but also behavior, feeding,
Many people think that aggressive behavior is a part of autism and it’s something that we just have to deal with. This is not true.
When people find out I’m a Behavior Analyst and work with children with autism, the most common question I get is “how do I stop my child from hitting?” Today, I have some strategies on…
Kids with autism or signs of autism cry for many reasons and trying to figure out why they are crying can be tricky. Today’s blog
One of the hallmark signs of autism is a child not responding to their name. I know when Lucas was a young child, he would not respond to his name and that was a warning sign of autism. So, I now know, as a behavior analyst, how to teach response to your name.
If you’re having problems with potty training, you aren’t alone, but it also means you are likely having struggles in other developmental areas. I created
