Thanksgiving Dinner Tips for Children with Autism
Delightful scents in the air, cheerful fall decor around the house, and cherished family and friends visiting are all signs of Thanksgiving! For many, these wonderful holiday happenings bring excitement and joy; however, for children with autism, these unexpected and stimulating changes may lead to stress and confusion. So, what can you do to maintain […]
Preparing Your Child with Autism for the Holidays
Holidays are a wonderful mix of magic and mayhem! But for a child with autism, the season can bring extra stress from: Sensory overload Changes in routine Traveling to new places While there’s no one-size-fits-all solution, a great starting point is to chat with your child about upcoming holiday events and changes. Using visuals like […]
How to Prepare Your Child with Autism for Halloween
How to Prepare Your Child with Autism for Halloween Halloween is an exciting time of year for many children, but for children with autism, the holiday brings unique challenges. Costumes, decorations, and loud noises can cause sensory overload. Unfamiliar activities can cause anxiety or discomfort. Increased social interactions can be overwhelming With careful planning and […]
Where Can I Get Unrestricted Hours to Fulfill My BCBA Requirements?
Earning fieldwork hours is a critical step for becoming a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), because it applies your coursework to real world situations. The Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) sets the fieldwork hour requirements. Supervised Fieldwork Required Hours – 2,000 Supervision Hours per Period – 5% The BACB requires a certain percentage of supervision […]
Tips for Taking Your Child with Autism Trick-or- Treating
Halloween is approaching, and the anticipation of costumes, candy, and decorations will grow through the October days! The excitement peaks for the trick-or-treating adventures on Halloween night. For children with autism, trick-or-treating may present unique challenges. Fear not! With planning, creativity, and adaptability, you can make Halloween enjoyable for your child with autism! There’s no […]
The Impact of ABA Therapy on School Readiness
As children with autism prepare for school, the journey can be both exciting and challenging. At Helping Hands Family, we use ABA therapy to develop enriched learning, social confidence, and familiarity with the changes to facilitate a smooth transition to school. Our child-led ABA Therapy in Pittsburgh and the rest of our clinics uses individualized […]
Top Strategies to Help in Potty Training Your Child With Autism
Teaching your child with autism how to use the restroom requires patience, consistency, and a personalized action plan. Since every child is unique, the best potty training strategies for each child will differ. To keep a child’s bathroom experience pleasant during potty training, the general approach should include: Below are some specific strategies that may […]
9 Sure Fire Tips for Passing the BCBA Exam
Becoming a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) is an impressive achievement! Passing the BCBA exam is the final step in earning this distinguishment. The exam is designed to test your knowledge and understanding of behavior analysis. Passing it requires: A full understanding of the concepts and principles. Thorough preparation. Strategic studying for both memorization and […]
Navigating Autism: Tips for a Stress-Free Haircut
Taking a child with autism to get a haircut can be challenging, because it involves:
Summer Travel Tips For Children With Autism
Are you planning an enjoyable and memorable summer experience with your family? When traveling with children with autism, you’ll find that organizing a trip may involve a few additional planning steps and considerations. Despite the unique accommodations and planning steps required, it’s still possible to plan a pleasurable experience for everyone in the family. Here […]
