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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…
Summer Autism Day Camps & Home Services

Summer Autism Day Camps & Home Services

Summer often gives us more free time, which makes it a great time to try…
Autism After-School: 6 Tips for the Summer from Achievement Balance

Autism After-School: 6 Tips for the Summer

Summer vacation is everyone’s favorite season, right? Well, for some families, summer can bring extra…
9 Vacation Tips for Families with Autism

9 Vacation Tips for Families with Autism

With summer vacation comes great weather, family time, and travel plans, but also a break…
9 Statistics That Everyone Should Know About Autism

9 Statistics That Everyone Should Know About Autism

Autism, or ASD – Autism Spectrum Disorder, affects 1 in 59 children, with a near…
Occupational, Speech, Physical Therapy, & More!

Occupational, Speech, Physical Therapy, & More!

There are many types of therapy that can help children with ASD or other developmental…