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…
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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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Many teens with autism spectrum disorders are capable of managing ordinary activities like daily hygiene and homework—yet their social and executive functioning skills are not up to the level of their peers. What that means…
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Some 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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There has been several research in recent years on the link between sleep and ASD. Many parents of children with ASD report that their children have difficulty sleeping, and research has shown that children with…
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Top seven Tips For Autistic Travelers In the world of air travel, there are a few things that are universally understood to be stressful: security lines, long flights, and dealing with lost luggage. But for…
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