As Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) providers navigate the Coronavirus pandemic, business continuity challenges, and unpredictable circumstances that may prevent care progress in the weeks to come, telehealth is a great option many clinicians and medical practices are considering and in some cases, already transitioning to. Telehealth technology has been on the rise for years, providing patients quick and secure access to certified-medical professionals using telecommunication technology and videoconferencing, for medical consultation, diagnosis and treatment of non-emergency conditions. »

Joining forces to empower clinicians and educators to deliver excellent ABA care, everywhere. A Letter to Our Customers It is with great excitement that we announce we’ve been acquired by CentralReach - a leading provider of EMR, practice management and clinical solutions for ABA clinicians and educators. We are thrilled about the future of our company and joining CentralReach’s mission: to help ABA clinicians and educators produce superior outcomes for people with autism and related disorders. »

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can affect a person’s ability to communicate and socialize, which can impact their learning and development. When discussing ASD, it’s important to remember that every child is different, and therefore ASD can manifest in vastly different ways with different children. Dr. Stephen Shore once said of autism “If you’ve met one person with autism, you’ve met one person with autism.” So, what can parents, caregivers and educators do to teach and accommodate children with ASD and similar disorders? »

Can technology help children with autism? Our answer is a strong and definitive, yes. Whether you’re a young child or senior citizen, chances are you have some experience using modern technology. Today’s digital technology has enormous benefits for youngsters, particularly those with autism and other learning disorders. In this article, we’ll discuss alternative communication strategies, assistive technology and how technology helps autism caregivers to provide better care for children on the spectrum. »

Have you heard of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy? ABA is a scientific set of principles based on research that helps build meaningful and significant social behaviors for families and individuals. ABA therapy is especially common for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), especially with younger individuals or those still trying to acquire basic skills. While ABA can be used for a wide range of conditions, we will focus on its use in autism. »

Founded in 1993 by two lifelong educators, Carolyn Hancock and Marie Lupinski, The David Gregory School (DGS) is located in Paramus, New Jersey. They are an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) school that provides customized educational programs to children with autism, pervasive developmental disorders and developmental disabilities. Working together, they use the Verbal Behavior Curriculum (VBC) developed by Dr. Gladys Williams to help each student achieve their targeted goals. DGS has over 40 students ages 3-21 currently enrolled. »

All of us benefit when we focus on our health and well-being through physical activity and creative expression. The key to success is often finding the right programs or classes to match our needs and interests. With that in mind, we’d like to begin sharing opportunities for adults on the autism spectrum to explore health, fitness and the arts. Fitness resources will be important to many readers for the purpose of improving muscle tone, coordination, balance, energy, social skills, behavior or to promote independence. »

According to MarketWatch, 500,000 adults on the autism spectrum will age into adulthood over the next 10 years and 85% of college grads affected by autism are unemployed. To put this into perspective, the national unemployment rate is under 4%. So, where is the disconnect? Are employers discriminating against adults with autism? Is there a lack of opportunities that fit the various skill sets of these job seekers? Or, are candidates unaware of opportunities that are available to them? »

While Thread Learning is a digital platform and we believe in electronic data collection, we also understand some still prefer to use traditional pen and paper methods to gather and analyze data. That’s why we created these free ABA data sheets that anyone can use as they see fit. Below is a summary of each sheet, including what types of data they collect and our suggested methods of use. »

If you run a practice, clinic, or school that helps children with autism, chances are you’re aware of ABA (applied behavior analysis) therapy, whether or not you practice it. For many practitioners, ABA is the primary way of teaching new skills or dealing with disruptive behaviors. Teachers and other educators use this form of therapy to Evaluate a student’s current level of learning and set future goals (often IEP Goals) Create a detailed set of lesson plans (or programs) to achieve those goals. »