by Ashleigh Evans, MS, BCBA | Oct 26, 2026 | Quest Kids Therapy
Extinction is a tool in ABA that can be used to decrease behaviors that interfere with a child’s learning, communication or quality of life, but it’s often misunderstood. Because of this, some families hesitate when they hear the word. Let’s demystify this...
by Ashleigh Evans, MS, BCBA | Sep 24, 2026 | Quest Kids Therapy
If you’re struggling with mealtime challenges, you’re not alone. Research suggests that eating challenges are common among autistic children, with one study finding atypical eating behaviors in 70% of autistic children, compared with less than 5% of the general...
by Ashleigh Evans, MS, BCBA | Aug 3, 2026 | Quest Kids Therapy
Do you find yourself telling your child, “No, don’t do that,” or “stop that” all day long? Many parents know the feeling of being a broken record. Whether your child is throwing, hitting, tantruming, touching things they shouldn’t or engaging in other challenging...
by Ashleigh Evans, MS, BCBA | Jul 1, 2026 | Quest Kids Therapy
Imagine you’re teaching your child a new skill. Perhaps it’s riding a bike, putting on socks or answering personal information questions. Would you jump in and do it for them or give them the answer right away? Would you stand back and let them figure it out on their...
by Ashleigh Evans, MS, BCBA | May 28, 2026 | Quest Kids Therapy
Positive reinforcement is at the heart of applied behavior analysis (ABA). It’s a powerful, research-backed strategy for fostering meaningful, lasting behavior change. Parents and caregivers often use it without even realizing it. When you understand how it works and...
