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...
by Ashleigh Evans, MS, BCBA | Apr 29, 2026 | Quest Kids Therapy
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,...
