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Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) face many challenges. One of the most frustrating, for the child and their parents, is a difficulty expressing their wants and needs. This can lead to the child using aggressive behavior. Read more…

If you're concerned about your child's behavior and suspect they might be showing signs of autism, it's a good idea to talk to your doctor about getting an assessment. Professionals commonly use a tool called the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) for this purpose. The ADOS is a test that helps professionals, such as clinicians or school systems, evaluate and diagnose Autism Spectrum Disorders in children. Read more…

Parenting a child with autism can be a challenging journey. You might frequently feel alone or unsupported, unsure you’re making the right decisions for your child and family. Finding and fostering a local support network can make all the difference! Whether you’re a seasoned autism parent or just starting the journey post-diagnosis, it’s essential to have a network of resources available to help you navigate the complex and often overwhelming world of autism. Fortunately, there are many organizations and resources available to support parents of children with autism! Here are some ways you can find support in your area: Read more…

At Behavior Frontiers, we love to celebrate World Autism Day on April 2nd, and this year, we’re doing more than ever before! We will be hosting family-friendly Grand Opening celebrations at three of our new Autism Treatment Center locations nationwide, and we would love to see you there. Each of these events, which are open to the public, will offer activities, snacks, and fun for the whole family. To celebrate the day, we will even have free goody bags to give out! ** Read more…

So frequently, when discussing people who live on the autism spectrum, the focus is on the challenges and the fears about the future. But in amongst those fears are some incredible stories! Individuals with autism who overcome the challenges they face, or, just as frequently, who use their unique perspectives to change the world around them. So, this Autism Acceptance Month, we will be telling their stories. Here are just a couple to kick things off. Read more…

Really early on, I knew that I wanted all my kids to go to college. I mean, what parent doesn’t want that for their children? I knew that I did not want them to take the path that I did; it took a lot of work, dedication, tears, and student debt to get to where I am today. I wanted to have them go directly into a four-year university and avoid all the drama and hardship. However, it became clear pretty quickly that this might be my dream, but it wasn’t my son’s. Read more…

Puberty…. aah! How I dread you!!! Really, talk about not knowing where to start when you have to tell your child their body is changing…like every day! Oh man, those awkward moments of silence and as a parent, dreading the next question your child may ask. But really, as parents we are our child’s resource, so we must be brave and power through all those questions. Read more…

Our children with ASD love their routines. They tend to get a bit obsessive or fixated on things. I don’t know about you, but this often drove me crazy! My son liked having the same routine every single day and if things didn’t go the way he thought they should, then it resulted in a tantrum/meltdown. Of course, as a behavior analyst I knew this would happen. However, as a parent, it was frustrating. Read more…