When two people on the autism spectrum decide to have children, one common question that comes up is: Will our child be autistic too? It’s a fair and understandable concern — but the answer isn’t as simple as yes or no. Autism does have a genetic component, meaning it can run in...

Key Highlights ABA therapy supports skill development through positive behavior techniques. It’s often used to help children on the autism spectrum. Programs are tailored to each child’s needs and developmental stage. Goals often focus on communication,...

Key Highlights Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, known for treating Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), also benefits individuals with other developmental disorders. Insurance companies typically require a formal diagnosis of autism to approve coverage for ABA therapy,...

Key Highlights Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability that begins early in life, affecting brain development, social interactions, and communication. Genetic influences such as inherited traits and mutations like fragile X syndrome play a major role in...

ABA therapy has helped thousands of families navigate the challenges of autism and other developmental conditions—but how do you know if it’s right for your situation?  A few years ago, I met a mother whose 3-year-old son had just been diagnosed with autism. She was...

A Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), sometimes called a behavior technician, is very important in applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy. These people work right with a BCBA. They help carry out plans that use behavior analysis to make people’s lives better. RBTs use the...

If it feels like more kids are being diagnosed with autism today, you’re not imagining it. In the early 2000s, about 1 in 150 children had an autism diagnosis.  Now, it’s about 1 in 36. But that doesn’t mean autism is suddenly more common. We’re Better at...