Ruling Out Autism Medical Problems…Easier Said than Done!
As you probably know, I’m both a mom to an adult son with autism as well as a BCBA. But what you may not know is that I’m also a Registered Nurse. I often remind people that medical issues can cause some behaviors in children and adults with autism. And you cannot treat medical issues […]
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.
Why Teaching Kids Manners Like “Please” and “Thank You” Should Be Avoided Early On
In a previous, blog I discussed the 3 benefits of teaching kids with autism sign language and in this blog, I’m going to talk about a few words to avoid when teaching a child with autism to speak or sign. We all spend time teaching kids manners so that they sound polite, but in the […]