Reducing Vocal Stimming and Scripting in Children with Autism
Join us for this new take on the Top 5 questions, where Kelsey and I talk via Facebook Live. We’re answering questions all about stimming and scripting. This episode will help you get clear on what is stimming in autism. Whether you’re noticing stimming in your child and have concerns about autism OR stimming and vocal stimming have become excessive or dangerous, we have some great information to help you move forward.
How to Teach Children with Autism to Respond to Their Name
✅ When should a child respond to their name?Most babies begin responding between 4–9 months—if your toddler isn’t, it could be a red flag worth exploring. Not responding to their name is a sign of autism explored on the MCHAT and ADOS autism assessments. 🎯 Stop saying their name with demands.Overusing your child’s name for “no” […]
Johnny No! Why Overusing a Child’s Name Can Be a Problem for Children with Autism
Dr. Mary Barbera Today I’d like to talk about Overusing a Child’s Name and this is a piece of advice I have given to hundreds of professionals and parents over the past almost 2 decades: Don’t overuse a child͛’s name, especially when placing a demand or saying no.https://youtu.be/UivwdzISXZII learned this very early on with Lucas […]
Is it Time to Start Teaching Reading?
As a BCBA, I often see a heavy focus on teaching reading, math or other academic skills with both younger and older children with autism. In this week’s video, I talk about the important lessons I’ve learned in situations like this:https://youtu.be/F3vTLbnScK8I became a BCBA in 2003 and a few years later I was contracted by […]
”My Client or Child With Autism Freaks Out When ___________.”
In today’s video, I’m addressing a super common question I get from parents and professionals around the world – “How do I de-sensitize a child with autism to loud noises or prevent situations that cause him or her to freak out?” https://youtu.be/TM_-c-FRZBYAs both a parent of a son with autism and behavior analyst, I know […]