INSURANCE ACCEPTED!The Individualized Educational Plan is a plan or program developed to ensure that a child who has a disability identified under the law and is attending an elementary or secondary educational institution receives specialized instruction and related services.” A federal law called the Individuals with Continue reading
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The term “special education” has always interested me. What is so special about it; the individualized education plans (IEPs)? Why is it that children are expected to fit in the same box unless they have a diagnosis or some evaluation score that sets them apart? Continue reading
One aspect of ABA therapy often involves teaching your child a functional replacement behavior for inappropriate behaviors like hitting, yelling, etc. A functional replacement behavior basically means that we find an appropriate behavior that can replace the ones we don’t want that, most importantly, achieve Continue reading
We are excited to announce our grand opening week went well! Many of our current families are loving the new center and we have already been able to show many new families around our fun facility. While we are still making community based services available Continue reading
“Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I LEARN.” – Benjamin Franklin Kids are learning every second of every day. From parents to teachers and even therapy providers, our jobs are to teach kids. One of the differences among Continue reading
Autism therapy is a word that describes the attempt to lessen the deficits and maladaptive behaviors of some individuals with Autism. The goal is to increase the functional independence and quality of lives of those affected by Autism. The term “autism therapy” is most synonymous Continue reading
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In a post earlier this week on our Facebook page we discussed the differences between reinforcement and bribery, as follows: In short, reinforcement is delivered AFTER the behavior occurs. This clear “first, then” relationship is not only easy for kids to understand, but is more Continue reading
An important principle in the practice of Applied Behavior Analysis is the use of reinforcement to strengthen desired behaviors. The definition of reinforcement is found on its effect on a behavior, not in its form or appearance. In other words, a stimulus that increases the probability Continue reading
The cause of Autism Spectrum Disorder has been at the forefront of research for quite some time. Parents want and need answers, and researchers have worked tirelessly in hopes of providing just that. As theories come and go, new evidence was revealed this week that Continue reading