What is Verbal Behavior?
Verbal Behavior, also known as VB, is a method of teaching language that focuses on the idea that a meaning of a word is found in their functions. The term was coined by
Autism and Aggressive Behavior – Intervention Strategies for Physical Aggression
When a child engages in physical aggression, an immediate response is required, especially if the target of the aggression is a person. A lack of preparedness
Autism and Aggressive Behavior – General and Preventive Intervention Strategies
Behavioral interventions designed to reduce problem behavior based on why it is happening rather than what it looks like when it does occur are the most
Augmentative Communication
Augmentative communication, also known as alternative communication, employs a wide range of communication forms to assist those with impairments in producing and
Speech and Language Therapist Evaluation
Helping children with autism with speech and language difficulties always starts with an evaluation by a speech-language pathologist. During this evaluation
What is RDI?
Relationship Development Intervention (RDI) is one of the several therapies developed in helping children with Autism Spectrum disorder (ASD). It is a program focused
What is ABA Therapy?
Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) therapy is a treatment plan for Autism Spectrum Disorder that has proven successful in mainstreaming many autistic children
Childhood Autism Rating Scale
There is a lot of assessment tools to help in the diagnosis of autism available. One of them is the Childhood Autism Rating Scale (CARS).
Foundational Communications
Children diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder may have difficulty developing proper communication skills. Others may also have difficulty in non-verbal communication