September 2025

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The Role of Sports in Autism: Tips for Supporting Sensory Needs

Key Points: Children with autism can benefit physically and socially from sports when sensory needs are supported. The right activities, environment, and coaching make a big difference in how children with autism experience play. ABA strategies can help reinforce participation, routine, and skill-building in structured physical activities. Physical activity has benefits for all kids, but […]

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How Early Autism Awareness Helps Every Student Thrive

Key Points: Early autism awareness helps build inclusive school environments where all students thrive. Educating students with autism requires tailored strategies and understanding from peers and staff. Early identification and intervention can significantly improve learning outcomes and classroom behavior. When we talk about autism in schools, the focus often falls only on the children who

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Autism and Sleeping Problems: Practical Solutions with ABA Therapy

Key Points: Children with autism commonly experience sleep problems like difficulty falling or staying asleep. ABA strategies and consistent bedtime routines can improve sleep outcomes. Understanding and addressing sensory sensitivities and behavioral patterns is key to better sleep. Autism and sleeping problems co-occur for many people. And for most families of children on the autism

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Giving Every Child a Voice: AAC Devices for Children with Autism

Communication is a fundamental human right, but for many children with autism, expressing their needs, thoughts, and feelings isn’t always easy through speech alone. That’s where AAC devices (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) come in, tools that empower children with autism to communicate effectively, reduce frustration, and build meaningful connections with the world around them.Whether a

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How to Balance Screen Time for Children with Autism Using ABA Strategies

Key Points: Balancing screen time is a common challenge for parents of children with autism, requiring thoughtful management to avoid negative effects. ABA strategies offer practical, structured ways to establish healthy screen time routines and reduce screen addiction in children with autism. Understanding the relationship between autism and screen time helps parents set limits that

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Partnering for Progress: How ABA Therapists and Schools Support Your Child

Key Points: ABA therapists work closely with teachers and school staff to support students with autism throughout the school day. School-based ABA therapy enhances classroom learning by reinforcing academic, behavioral, and social skills. Consistent communication and clearly defined roles between ABA providers and educators ensure effective autism support in schools. When a child with autism

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Positive Reinforcement Strategies in ABA Therapy That Actually Work

Key Points: Positive reinforcement is a cornerstone of effective ABA therapy, helping shape meaningful behavior change in children with autism. Understanding the “what,” “why,” and “how” of positive reinforcement is essential for parents and caregivers to support progress at home. Practical strategies, examples, and tips are shared to help implement positive reward systems that truly

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How ABA Therapy Helps Manage Challenging Behavior in Children with Autism

Key Points: ABA therapy focuses on understanding the “why” behind challenging behaviors in children with autism, helping caregivers respond effectively. Applied Behavior Analysis breaks down complex behaviors into manageable parts and uses data-driven strategies to replace them with appropriate alternatives. With consistency and individualized planning, ABA has shown strong results in reducing aggressive outbursts, self-injury,

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Navigating Insurance Coverage for ABA Therapy in Virginia & New York

Key Points: Explains how ABA therapy is covered by insurance in Virginia and New York and what laws support it Breaks down the differences in private and public insurance coverage requirements Offers clear guidance on what families can do to confirm or obtain ABA insurance coverage For many families navigating an autism diagnosis, Applied Behavior

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Why ABA Therapy Is Backed by Science for Autism Support

Key Points: ABA therapy is grounded in decades of behavioral science and supported by autism research and neuroscience. It works by systematically reinforcing positive behaviors and reducing behaviors that interfere with learning. Multiple studies in autism journals confirm its long-term effectiveness across diverse developmental areas. When your child is diagnosed with autism, it’s natural to

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