Every June, families reach out to our clinical team with a version of the same question: “How do we not lose the progress we’ve made?“ The concern is legitimate. Summer breaks the routines that hold learning in place. School-based supports pause. Family schedules...

Most articles on travel with an autistic child focus on what to do during the trip: how to handle a meltdown at a rest stop, what to do when the hotel room does not work, how to survive the flight. Those tips matter. Epic Minds has covered them in our companion post on vacationing...

Picture a child who can spend three hours dissecting everything about a favorite dinosaur — but cannot sit through a five-minute homework assignment. Both things can be true at once. That is one of the most telling features of how attention works in autism, and it is exactly why the...

The 60-Second Answer (Read This First) Yes — you can pursue an adult autism diagnosis at any age in both the UK and the US. Here is the short version of how an adult autism diagnosis actually works in 2026: Where to start: Book a GP (UK) or primary care provider (US)...

What are the two types of ABA? If you’re exploring support options for your child, you may have come across the term Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). This form of therapy offers a structured way to help children develop new skills and reduce challenging behaviors. Understanding...

Have you ever wondered how Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy helps individuals learn and grow? What are the two teaching methods of ABA? This evidence-based approach is known for its effectiveness in shaping behavior and building new skills. Among its various teaching...

Deciding on the right therapeutic support for your child can feel like a major challenge. When exploring options for developmental disorders like the autism spectrum, you will likely encounter two common approaches: ABA therapy vs occupational therapy. Both are designed to help your...

What is DRI vs DRO vs DRA in ABA? Welcome to the world of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy! If you’re exploring ways to support positive behavioral shifts, you’ve likely come across the term differential reinforcement. This approach is a cornerstone of behavior...

Welcome to the world of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, where teaching methods are tailored to fit each child’s unique learning style. One powerful technique is known as errorless learning. This strategy is designed to make learning a positive and successful...

Have you ever wondered why a certain behavior happens? Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a scientific approach that helps us understand the “why” behind our actions. At the heart of ABA therapy is the concept of behavior function. Instead of just looking at what a person...