Behavioral Treatment for Specific Fears and Phobias
Fears and phobias are increasingly common in children. A fear of needles is a particularly common fear that usually starts in early childhood and can result in significant avoidance of medical procedures in general. A recent NPR story describes a...
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My Child Just Got Diagnosed with Autism, Now What Do I Do?
A diagnosis of autism can be an uncertain time for a family. Many parents are sent into a whirlwind of emotions and left wondering unanswerable questions: Why is this happening? How did this happen? What will their future look like?...
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Enjoying the Holidays with a Child on the Spectrum: Visiting Santa
By: Caroline Roesel, MEd, BCBA Parents want their children to experience the “magic” of the holiday seasons and partake in as many activities as they choose. This can be challenging with a child on the spectrum who may want to...
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5 very simple tips for getting the kiddos to school on time
Getting to school on time and consistently on time can be a constant struggle for some families. Running around the house, searching for lost articles of clothing and trying to mix something up real quick for breakfast and lunch can...
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Decrease Autism-Related Shopping Meltdowns
Meltdowns happen. But, there are ways to decrease the likelihood your child will have a shopping meltdown. In my previous blog I discuss tips to understand shopping meltdowns. In this blog, I outline simple ways to decrease autism-related shopping meltdowns. Tend...
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