Speech Delay vs Autism: Recognize the Signs to Delayed Speech in Children
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…
How to Help a Late Talker
Early Intervention Matters: Identifying whether your child’s speech delay might indicate autism, ADHD, or another developmental challenge is crucial. Being a late talker means beginning assessments right away. Begin with tools like the Barbera Early Childhood Assessment™ (BECA) to evaluate key developmental areas such as self-care, language, and behavior. Understanding Language Use: Monitor not just […]
How to Teach a Nonverbal Child to Start Talking
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, social skills, and more to gain a complete picture of a child’s abilities. Her Barbera Early Childhood Assessment (BECA) provides a quick, effective way to understand a child’s developmental stage […]
Handling Aggressive Behavior in Children with Autism
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. Today, I am going to tackle the topic of aggression head on.https://youtu.be/EMLKsSPg8n0?list=PL0_NcGwhzOkg2piPj8GvyrJTJr2aglQN8 Each week I provide you with some of my ideas about turning autism around. So, if you haven’t […]
Autism and Hitting | Resolving Autism Aggression
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…