Positive Reinforcement vs. Bribery
There’s a lot of confusion between bribery and reinforcement, and it’s really important for both autism professionals and parents to know the difference. So today I’m talking all about this important topic, and how you can ensure you’re using positive reinforcement.https://youtu.be/ZQIGHrl9WTI Each week I provide you with some of my ideas about turning autism around, […]
Improving Pronunciation & Articulation in Children with Autism
Kids with autism, whether they start talking when they’re two, four, or eight, often have really problematic articulation that doesn’t always follow the typically developing rules. Their articulation can be really difficult to understand. So today I’m going to discuss articulation issues and my system that can help kids talk more clearly.https://youtu.be/cwkZMz8hCHE Each week I […]
What is Severe Autism & Why Helping Severe Autism in Children is Harder Than Ever
Many kids with severe autism have extreme difficulties. Both parents and professionals struggle with how to help kids with severe autism. Today I’m going to answer the question “what is severe autism?” and talk about three reasons why helping kids with severe autism is harder than ever.https://youtu.be/3C8dS0NFIh8 Each week I provide you with some of […]
How to Start Teaching Autism Games
Teaching kids with autism to play games is tricky. In 2008, I met a behavior analyst who changed my whole view on how to teach autism games. So today, I want to talk about Steve Ward and his book on this important topic. Games can help increase eye contact, facial expressions, and more social interactions.https://youtu.be/_xrQEsh46kg […]
Autism Behavioral Strategies: FBA vs. FA
Most funding sources require a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) before treatment for autism can be started. Sometimes an FBA is required at regular intervals, especially if new problem behaviors occur. There’s also a lot of confusion between an FBA and a Functional Analysis (FA). Last week I got an email from a psychologist that said […]