Diagnosing autism is a difficult task since there is really no test that can identify and confirm it. Parents of children with autism find themselves consulting different kinds of doctors and subjecting
Finding funding for treatment of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) is almost always complicated and time consuming. Parents should prepare to set aside enough time to perform adequate research
Once couples decide to start a family, there are a lot of dreams and plans that parents have for their would-be children. They fantasize about what their child will become when they grow up and finish school
If your child has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD or autism), you may be looking into speech therapy. It is common for children who have been diagnosed with autism to have difficulties
Extinction refers to a procedure used in Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) in which reinforcement that is provided for problem behavior (often unintentionally) is discontinued
Physical therapy, also known as PT, is a treatment that helps build and rebuild motor skills in an individual. In specific cases of autism spectrum disorder (ASD or autism), physical therapy may help
Treatments For Financially Strapped Families Having a child that is diagnosed with autism brings in many stresses for the parents and the whole family. One of the most critical of these is the financial aspect. Caring for an autistic child is costly, especially in the first few years from the time of the diagnosis. This […]
Managing the Cost of ABA Therapy Having a child that is diagnosed with autism can be emotionally and financially draining for the family. It is a good idea to seek alternatives and be proactive in searching for the right treatments at reasonable costs. Remember that treatment plans for children with autism are usually long-term and […]
ABA therapy programs can be provided by private companies and through government-contracted agencies. They can be small local agencies or large regional or national groups.