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At what age should a child with autism start ABA Therapy?
This is a question frequently asked by parents who want to provide the best possible care for their child. Early intervention is key when it comes to treating autism, and the same holds true for ABA therapy. Research has shown that starting Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy as early as possible can have life-changing benefits for many children with autism.
Parents Role in ABA Therapy for Children with Autism
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According to a study (Lecavalier & Wiltz, 2006), parents of children with autism experience more stress than teachers when they deal with their behavior. Behavioral problems and stress mutually affect each other, making it more difficult for parents to take care of their children who have autism.
What behaviors can ABA Therapy help with?
ABA Therapy focuses on a variety of different challenging behaviors a child with autism may present. ABA Therapy is an option for children with autism to address these behaviors that may have a negative effect on their day-to-day life.
Who Benefits from ABA Therapy?
You may be wondering, “Who is ABA Therapy for? Could it benefit my child?”
Maybe you have a child who is newly diagnosed with Autism, or you’re already well into this journey. Maybe you suspect that your child has Autism, and you are beginning your research process. Whatever your reasons – we are glad you are here!
Can ABA Therapy be used to treat ADHD?
At times, all parents struggle with managing their child’s behavior – this is part of parenthood! But for parents of a child with Autism or ADHD, these struggles and challenges can be more pronounced. And for parents of a child with BOTH Autism and ADHD, it can feel overwhelming.
How does ABA Therapy work and how is it successful?
ABA Therapy at Westside Children’s Therapy is always 1 to 1. Every child has their own therapist that is continuously providing support and guiding their session.
IGNITE is our ABA therapeutic school-readiness program for children ages 2-6. IGNITE allows children to have individual and group sessions and both maintain 1:1 supervision.
IGNITE ABA Therapy program proves to help children with Autism reach full potential
IGNITE is an ABA daytime preschool-like program designed for kids ages 2-6 with Autism. It is a school readiness program that will help children gain the skills necessary to learn in a group environment. Each child receives 1:1 instruction to help teach the skills needed to be successful in the least restrictive school setting.
ABA Insurance Options: What to Consider in Open Enrollment
Paying for ABA services can be very expensive because of the number of hours most children receive. Without the help of insurance paying the vast majority, it can be difficult to cover it out of pocket.
Medicaid does cover ABA services in Illinois; however, there is a lack of providers that qualify and accept it.
How to navigate the insurance process when starting ABA Therapy
You’ve just received the Autism Diagnosis for your child and now you’re wondering what the next steps should be; paying for it included.
ABA Therapy is covered by most insurance policies. Westside Children’s Therapy offers ABA Therapy, as well as Diagnostic Evaluations to receive the Autism Diagnosis. Westside also accepts 15+ different insurances to help pay for ABA Therapy.
11 Effective At-Home Tips for Your Picky Eater
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There are a multitude of reasons a child can be a picky eater, from personality traits to social and paternal/maternal influences and eating patterns. Sometimes, your kid is just a kid.
My Child is a Picky Eater. Does Pediatric Feeding Therapy help?
Feeding therapy is conducted by a specially trained speech-language pathologist and/or occupational therapist with the goal to reduce mealtime aversions and increase overall food repertoires for proper nutritional intake. It typically is for “problem eaters” between 18 months and 18 years of age. Therapy or follow-up visits may be recommended with a frequency determined by the child’s needs.
What is Torticollis? And does pediatric Physical Therapy help?
Torticollis occurs when your baby’s neck muscles cause their head to tip and rotate to the opposite or same side. The top of their head may be tilted to one side and their chin may be tilted to the other side.
This means that the head can tilt to the left and turn to the left; tilt to the left and turn to the right, or tilt right and turn right; tilt right and turn left.