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These Tips Will Help Parents Navigate the Holiday Without Major Scares Halloween should not be scary, at least not in the literal sense of the word. But for parents of children with autism, this holiday can entail some extra worries. Spooky noises, crowds in the streets, and loads of sugar are integral to the holiday’s…

Take a Stand Against Bullying Children on the Spectrum Sadly, children on the spectrum are more likely to be bullied than their neuro-typical peers. While no parent likes to learn that their child with autism is bullied, there are steps we can take to prevent and stand against bullying. Here are some steps which can…

ABA therapy is one of the most common autism therapies. ABA stands for Applied Behavior Analysis, and it is a type of therapy that uses rewards and punishments to help change behavior. ABA therapy is very effective for many people with autism. However, some people believe that ABA therapy is not appropriate for high functioning…

The first half of this blog was previously published. This is Part 2 of 2. Read Part One Let’s pick up where we left off on Steps 3-5 for preparing you and your child with autism for Halloween night. Prepare your child for costumes (his and everyone else).Trick or treating is a big deal for…

At ACES, our team of devoted individuals cares for those who have been impacted by autism or other developmental disabilities. For over 25 years, we have been committed to providing ABA programs that have made us a reliable autism therapy center for years. As a parent, you want to ensure your child participates in a…

Applied Behavior Analysis therapy is effective in reducing the symptoms of autism. However, there is still much unknown about ABA and its long-term effects. A recent study has shown that a significant number of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may no longer meet the diagnosis criteria by the time they reach adulthood.  This is…