Autistic Adults
While the Center for Disease Control (CDC) has been collecting data and releasing information about the prevalence of autism in children for decades, 2020 marks the first time the CDC has reported …
Autism – considering all voices
Earlier this month, I wrote a post inviting behavior analysts who work with neurodiverse people to engage in practices that lead to a culturally responsive practice. A discussion of #AutismAcceptanceMonth …
World Autism Month During COVID-19 2021 Edition
As indicated in April of 2020, one of the purposes of the World Autism Month is to promote understanding, acceptance, and support for individuals with Autism (Autism Speaks, 2020). However, …
#LightItUpBlue, #LightItUpGold, or #RedInstead?
April 2 is World Autism Day. How are you marking the day? The campaign #LightItUpBlue, which we have mentioned in previous posts, was created by Autism Speaks in 2010 to …
It’s Time to Wash Your Hands
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, it is imperative that caregivers continue to consider measures that can prevent the spread of germs. According to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention …
Tips for Decreasing Separation Anxiety Upon Returning to School
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted families in many ways. One of the most dramatic changes resulting from the pandemic is the extended period of time without access to in-person schools …
Helping a Child with Autism Wear Masks
As the Covid-19 pandemic continues many states currently require individuals to wear masks in public settings to minimize the spread of the Covid-19 virus. Masks are also recommended by Center …
ABAI 2020 Convention Preview: Connecting the Dots
Each year thousands of scientists and practitioners travel from around the world to learn and share knowledge during the annual conference of the Association of Behavior Analysis International. Although the …
Resources Related to Provision of ABA Services During the Covid-19 Pandemic
As federal and state governments continue to require all of us to practice social distancing to slow down the spread of COVID-19, many ABA service providers have transitioned from in-person …
World Autism Month During COVID-19
As indicated earlier in the most (see Light It Up Blue 2020), April is World Autism Month. The purpose of World Autism Month is to promote understanding, acceptance, and support …