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The Fundamentals of ABA Therapy for Children
If your child has received an Autism diagnosis, they may be recommended for a specialized therapy known as ABA Therapy. In this article, we’ll review
Does Your Child Have Autism? Understanding Signs, Symptoms, and Support
Parenthood can be both incredibly rewarding and undeniably challenging. If you are a parent or caregiver, you know that one of the most difficult challenges comes when you have concerns about your child’s development.
How Interdisciplinary Teamwork Helps You Grow as a Therapist
There is nothing truer than the age-old statement “It takes a village,” especially when it comes to pediatric therapy. After all, each therapist brings their unique expertise, whether in occupational, speech, physical, or behavioral domains.
How Speech Therapy Can Help Kids With Cerebral Palsy
Parent Education, Speech Therapy
Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a group of movement disorders that impact muscle coordination and body movement. Each child with CP is affected differently, though every child has challenges with motor skills and physical development.
Celebrating the Extraordinary: Famous People With Autism
From brilliant scientists to visionary artists, pioneering activists to innovative thinkers, individuals with Autism bring a unique perspective, incredible talent, and limitless potential to change the world.
Tips for Navigating the Holidays with Your Child with Autism
The holiday season often brings forth feelings of warmth, joy, and cherished family traditions. But if you’re a parent of a child with Autism, you might find
7 Reasons Why You Should Start a Career in ABA at Westside
If you genuinely cares about children, love to have fun, and embraces teamwork, then look no further than Westside Children’s Therapy!
Optimizing ABA Therapy: Factors Influencing Treatment Hours
There are a variety of factors that affect your child’s unique ABA therapy needs. Things such as your child’s age and functioning level play a major role in determining the hours of one on one attention your child may need.
How to Track Your Child’s Progress in ABA Therapy
Tracking your child’s progress through therapy is crucial for several important reasons. Consistent monitoring and documentation of progress allow you to accurately evaluate the effectiveness of the interventions and techniques being used.
Benefits of Occupational Therapy for Children with Autism
Occupational therapy helps children with autism develop life skills and gain independence. It focuses on sensory integration, motor skills, and daily living activities. Customized exercises address sensory sensitivities and build coordination. Occupational therapy empowers children with autism by teaching essential life skills.
Life After Getting An ASD Diagnosis
A diagnosis can feel overwhelming for parents. But with the right support, children with ASD can thrive. Applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy, which uses positive reinforcement to build communication, social, and self-care skills has been proven to significantly accelerate developmental growth among children with ASD who typically show concerning signs of delayed development.
How ABA Therapy Can Affect Home Life
ABA therapy is an effective intervention for children with autism that teaches skills like communication and behavior. While demanding, ABA therapy reduces parental stress and improves sibling relationships by helping the child with autism gain independence and social skills. Families should set goals, communicate openly, maintain routine, and prioritize self-care to balance ABA therapy and home life. ABA therapy profoundly benefits the child with autism as well as the entire family unit.