Expanding Expressive Language: What’s Wrong with the Goal for Timmy to Talk In 4-Word Utterances?
In last week’s video blog, I discussed a few ABA strategies to develop first sounds and words in children with autism. Today I’m going to discuss expanding expressive language carefully in children who are speaking in 1 or 2-word utterances where we have echoic control meaning if we say “say ball” the child will say […]
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 […]
Autism and Happiness: Programming for Happiness in Clients with Autism
Several years ago, I attended a keynote presentation with Behavior Analyst, Dr. Dennis Reid. He spoke about the importance of programming for (and measuring) autism and happiness in our children and clients.https://youtu.be/qSPvtOo7vaQ Daily Choices During one of the activities during the keynote, Dr. Reid had the audience members spend 3 minutes writing down every choice […]
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” […]