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Turkey? Family? PUMPKIN PIE?! There’s a Social Story For That!

Turkey? Family? PUMPKIN PIE?! There’s a Social Story For That!

Thanksgiving comes in many shapes in sizes across families and how they celebrate the holiday, especially with Covid-19. Navigating the waters of family meals, different foods, and changes in schedule can be overwhelming for those who have difficulty with a change in routine. We want to share with you a useful tool to use when changes are coming….a social story!

Introduction to the Empowering the Spectrum of Parents (ESP) Program

Introduction to the Empowering the Spectrum of Parents (ESP) Program

We are so excited to partner with the neuropsychologists at Kids Brain to bring a new parent coaching program to you, Empowering the Spectrum of Parents (ESP)! Join us today, with options for live virtual group sessions, on-demand webinars, and 1:1 individualized coaching!

Guest Blog written by Dr. Jennifer Morrison (Kids BRAIN, Dallas, Texas)

Children on the autism spectrum are not usually very flexible. They require consistency and predictability at a far higher level than other children their age.

A strategy to increase positive behaviors and decrease challenges

A strategy to increase positive behaviors and decrease challenges

We are big fans of preventative, proactive strategies— it’s often easier to address challenging behaviors before they even happen. One of our favorite strategies is the Premack Principle, a tool developed by and named for psychologist David Premack.

Individualization in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

Individualization in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

Individualization of services is at the core of quality Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM), and all of our work at Ability ABA with individuals, families, schools, and organizations.
What are optimal ways to achieve individualization in ABA?

World Autism Awareness Day

World Autism Awareness Day

As today marks World Autism Awareness Day, Secretary-General Antonio Guterres asserted the promise of the United Nations to "leave no one behind" in its commitment to full inclusion for individuals with autism. This year's observance at the UN Headquarters particularly highlights the importance of assistive technology for people with autism as a way to remove any barriers to full social, economic, and political participation in society and community.