What is Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

This article from Autism Speaks explains Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), a therapy based on the science of learning and behavior. https://www.autismspeaks.org/applied-behavior-analysis-aba-0…

Parent’s Guide to Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

…to learn more about ABA services. Original source: https://www.autismspeaks.org/tool-kit/atnair-p-parents-guide-applied-behavior-analysis Credits: publication developed by members of the Autism Speaks Autism Treatment Network/Autism Intervention Research Network on Physical Health-Behavioral Health Sciences Committee…

Functional Assessment: What Is It and How It Works

This article from Understood covers functional behavioral assessments (FBAs), a tool used by schools to understand student behavior. https://www.understood.org/en/school-learning/evaluations/evaluation-basics/functional-assessment-what-it-is-and-how-it-works…

Just Like You – Down Syndrome

“Just Like You – Down Syndrome is a remarkable film that shows, above all, we’re people first,” said Barb Trader, TASH Executive Director. “For years, the complete ex-pression and availability…

¿Qué es la “intervención temprana”? CDC

…las necesidades del niño y la familia. Información de contacto de los programas de intervención temprana en los estados, estados libres asociados y territorios de los EE. UU- https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/spanish/actearly/parents/intervencionTemprana.html  …

Augmentative Communication Program, Boston Children’s Hospital

…The program provides comprehensive, state-of-the-art evaluation and treatment for children and adults with congenital or acquired disorders affecting expressive communication, comprehension and computer access. This includes children with autism. https://www.childrenshospital.org/Centers-And-Services/Programs/A-_-E/augmentative-communication-program#…

How to Help When Your Loved One is Grieving

…might show, and how you can support them. There are also recommended books and resources for toddlers, young children and preschoolers; school-aged children; and teens and adults. Original source: https://www.massgeneral.org/children/down-syndrome/patient-handouts…