A concern parents of children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder often experience is in the area of feeding and nutrition. Initially, it may seem as though a child is just being difficult or a picky…
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Inclusion had its roots in the 1970s and 1980s when education reformers sought to address the issue of isolation in schools. The goal was to create an inclusive educational environment where all students, regardless of…
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The BACB's RBT Task List (2nd Ed.) is a guide that lists the tasks an individual should perform as part of the behavior intervention process. This guide is used to help train and certify individuals…
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In 1943, psychologist Abraham Maslow articulated a theory of human motivation referred to as the “Hierarchy of Needs.” Often depicted as a pyramid, fundamental human needs are ranked from the most basic physiological drives such as…
Read MoreHow Gamma Oscillations Can Be Used as a Vital Biometric for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Diagnosis
Autism is characterized by deficits in three overlapping domains: communication, interpersonal interactions, and behavioral flexibility. Identifying objective and measurable clinical biomarkers is a critical issue in diagnosing autism, which still heavily relies on behavioral evaluations.…
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For those not in the medical field, the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition (DSM-5), is currently the gold standard for diagnosing mental health disorders. In other words, if you want to…
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The majority of mothers are special. But, the mother of a child with disabilities is extra special. It's not easy to be a parent in general, but when you add disability into the equation, it…
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Evidence-Based Practice, otherwise known as EBP, is any practice that relies on methods which have been empirically validated - tested & approved. In other words, it is the use of tested approaches when treating a…
Read MoreSome families are calling medical marijuana a miracle drug after they've seen positive results when using it to treat autism in children. New York has a strict list of qualifying conditions for a doctor to…
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In Applied Behavior Analysis, behavior can be modified through several techniques that have been empirically proven to be successful in producing desired behavioral changes. This article will focus on positive and negative reinforcement and understanding…
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