We all know that life can get overwhelming sometimes, and for individuals with autism, certain sensory experiences can make things even tougher. Finding the right calming items can be a game-changer. These tools help reduce stress, provide comfort, and offer a way to...

Repetitive behaviors, such as hand-flapping, rocking, repeating phrases, or lining up objects, are common in individuals with autism or other developmental disorders. While these behaviors can sometimes be harmless or soothing, they can also interfere with daily life and social...

Yes, ABA therapy can be done online! With the growth of telehealth, online ABA therapy has become a convenient and effective way for families to access therapy from the comfort of their own home.  Whether you’re in a rural area or simply prefer the flexibility of...

Key Highlights Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) develops through a combination of genetics and environmental factors. Key environmental contributors may include advanced parental age, prenatal exposure to air pollution, and pesticide contact. Maternal health during pregnancy...

Key Highlights Here’s what you’ll learn in this blog: Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is an evidence-based approach parents can apply at home. Parent involvement strengthens consistency and helps children generalize new skills. Core ABA techniques — like positive...

Key Highlights ABA therapy for autism transforms play into powerful opportunities for growth. Through play-based ABA strategies, children learn vital social, communication, and life skills — all while having fun and building confidence. Here’s what makes ABA play therapy so...

You might have heard people say that individuals with autism are often “geniuses” or have unusually high IQs. But is that really true? The connection between autism and intelligence is more complex than it sounds — and it’s one that researchers have been studying for years. Let’s...

ABA therapy (Applied Behavior Analysis) is one of the most common and evidence-based approaches for children with autism. But it’s not the only option out there — and it’s okay for parents to explore different types of support. Every child is unique, and what works beautifully for...

If you’re a parent or caregiver of a child with autism, you know how important it is to support their focus, memory, and learning in ways that feel fun and natural. Brain exercises for autism are simple, hands-on activities that strengthen cognitive skills — helping children think,...

If you’ve ever come across the word allistic and wondered what it means, here’s the simple answer: an allistic person is someone who is not autistic.  That’s it. The term helps describe people outside the autism spectrum in a respectful and accurate way — without using words...