Autism is part of the lives of hundreds of thousands of families across the United States, including families right here in Florida. As more children are identified with autism and families seek support, understanding the numbers can help highlight why early identification, individualized therapy, and access to services matter. How Common Is Autism? According to the latest data from the
Something as familiar as brushing your teeth can involve unfamiliar sensations, changes in routine, sounds, textures, or feelings that make the activity difficult to accept, and for some children with autism it can feel overwhelming. For one ABLE client, whom we will call Aidan to protect his privacy, toothbrushing had become a significant challenge. What started as resistance to brushing
For many parents of a young child with autism, one of the biggest questions is, “Should my child start preschool, ABA therapy, or both?” It is an important question, especially when your child is only 2 or 3 years old and you are trying to decide what environment will best support their development. Preschool and ABA therapy serve different purposes.
For many parents of children with autism, ABA therapy does not stop when their child goes back to school. In fact, the school environment can be an important place for children to practice communication, social skills, following directions, independence, transitions, and other skills they are learning through therapy. ABA therapy in school allows children to practice these skills in the
