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The difference between positive and negative reinforcement

The difference between positive and negative reinforcement

Difference between positive and negative reinforcement In operant conditioning, reinforcement is used to help increase…
Helping Children Handle Aggression

Helping Children Handle Aggression

Helping Children Handle Aggression Aggressive behavior needs serious attention soon after it occurs. It may…
New Year’s Eve & Autism: Preparing Your Child for the Countdown

New Year’s Eve and Autism: Preparing Your Child for the Countdown

Fireworks, loud music, bright lights, and busy crowds—New Year’s Eve can be a period of…
VisualSchedule

The Importance of Visual Schedules and Calendars

Importance of Visual Schedules and Calendars Holidays can bring about a more relaxed schedule that…
Thanksgiving Dinner Guide

Thanksgiving Guide for Picky Eaters

Thanksgiving Guide for Picky Eaters Thanksgiving – for some kids, it’s their favorite meal that…
Diagnosis necessary

Why Does My Child Need A Diagnosis?

Why does my child need a diagnosis? “I don’t want to label my child.” “Teachers…
IEP Compared to 504 Plan - Important Things to Know

IEP Compared to 504 Plan – Important Things to Know 

When you have a child with a developmental disability, the lingo can seem very confusing…
Why are transitions so difficult

Why are transitions so difficult?

Do the statements below sound familiar for you and your child? My child can’t make…
Tantrum vs Meltdown: Defining the Differences

Tantrum vs Meltdown: Defining the Differences (Part 2)

When discussing behaviors of an individual with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), the word “meltdown” is…
Executive Functioning

Executive Functioning

Executive functioning is the manager of the brain; it’s in charge of making sure things…
Autism Treatments, Therapies, & Services (ABA, CBT, & VBT)

Autism Treatments, Therapies, & Services (ABA, CBT, & VBT)

There are so many emerging and established treatments, therapies, and services for Autism Spectrum Disorder,…
ASD Co-Occurring Disorders & Difficulties: 7 Diagnoses

ASD Co-Occurring Disorders & Difficulties: 7 Diagnoses

Oftentimes, a child with ASD will have co-occurring disorders which can make eating, sleeping, or…

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