How to Teach a Nonverbal Child to Start Talking

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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 […]

Building Imitation Skills in Toddlers with Autism or Showing Signs of Autism

https://youtu.be/3Oww7fnPvtw I have been featuring a lot of guests but I am here solo to talk to you about a critical skill featured in my book, Turn Autism Around. We are talking about building imitation skills in toddlers with autism or showing signs of autism. I discovered I should talk about this pivotal skill when […]

Live Q&A Call: Your Autism Questions Answered

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For parents who need advice on how to take the next step in their journey with autism, I offer some insights on how to move forward. It can be tempting to see a child’s progress and then try to move on quickly to the next level, but I want you to avoid mistakes that will hinder your child’s long-term development.