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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On December 18, 2007, the United Nations General Assembly adopted resolution 62/139, tabled by the State of Qatar, which declares April 2 as World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD) in perpetuity. Her Highness Sheikha Mozah Bint…
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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…
Read MoreThis page provides links to websites with information on laws to license or otherwise regulate practitioners of applied behavior analysis (ABA). For each jurisdiction, a link is provided to the website of the regulatory body…
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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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The Department of Health and Human Services is evaluating alternative service delivery models aimed at achieving better care for patients, better health for our communities and lower costs through improved health outcomes. The Division of…
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Making new friends can be challenging for any child. There’s always a bit of anxiety in approaching people, introducing yourself and building a new relationship. Now imagine trying to make friends when you have a…
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Over the past decade, bullying has become a serious problem in schools across the United States. According to recent studies, More than 160,000 kids stay home from school every day because they're afraid of being…
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More than 3.5 million people in the United States live with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as of 2022, and research indicates this is the fastest-growing developmental disability in the US. Autism For those unfamiliar…
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