In everyday language, the word “punishment” often carries negative connotations. You might think of scolding, time-outs or harsh discipline. So it’s completely understandable if hearing this term in relation to your child’s therapy feels uncomfortable. In ABA,...
Have you ever noticed that your child can do something in one setting, like at school, but not in other settings, like at home? Or they’ll show off a new skill for you, but not for anyone else? This is very common. It doesn’t mean they don’t know the skill, but rather...
Reinforcement is at the heart of ABA therapy. It’s how clinicians build new skills, strengthen positive behaviors, and reduce those that are harmful or interfere with learning. However, reinforcement is often confused with bribery, leading caregivers to have questions...
“How can I keep my child with autism or developmental disabilities safe?” It’s one of the most common questions we hear. Children with autism face a higher risk of wandering, drowning, and accidental injury than their neurotypical peers, making teaching safety skill...
One minute, your child is calmly playing with a favorite toy. The next, they’re screaming, crying or hitting, and you’re left wondering what just happened. Challenging behaviors, like tantrums, aggression, self-injurious behavior and property destruction, can feel...
