When a child is diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), the family dynamic inevitably shifts. Among the most affected are often the siblings. They navigate a unique journey, balancing their role as a brother or sister with the complexities of living alongside someone with unique needs. Yet, within this dynamic lies an incredible opportunity: siblings can become some of the most effective and compassionate trainers in an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) intervention plan.

As the year draws to a close, we would like to reflect on the milestones, challenges, and growth that have shaped the past twelve months. This process not only honors the hard work of therapists, analysts, families, and support staff, but also serves as a foundation for setting intentions and goals for the year ahead.

Thanksgiving is more than just a time for turkey, pie, and family gatherings—it's a holiday rich with opportunities to teach and practice essential social skills like gratitude, sharing, and turn-taking. These skills, though simple in concept, are foundational for building meaningful relationships and fostering positive interactions in everyday life. For individuals receiving Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services.

If you ask me what is one of the best things about Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), besides its proven effectiveness, I would say without a doubt that it is its possibility to adapt to each individual, to each family and to each environment where it is implemented. Its strongest asset lies in tailoring interventions to the specific needs and goals of each person, ensuring that the therapy is relevant and effective.

Social Skills Groups are coming up soon at the American Behavioral Solutions (ABS) Therapy Centers, so it would be good in this space to share details about them so that everyone is more informed about what they are and how children benefit from participating in them.
A social skills group is a structured setting where individuals, typically children with social communication challenges.

In this space we usually discuss elements of importance to our clients, their families and the professionals at American Behavioral Solutions, from the perspective of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Today, and within the ABA universe, we are interested in addressing the issue of two main settings where this therapy is commonly utilized, as well as its specificities.

It's summer time and also time to travel, enjoy, and have fun with our kids. Finding vacation spots that suit everyone can be challenging in all circumstances, and it may be thought that the task is even more complex for families with neurodivergent members. However, from the perspective of many families, vacationing with autistic (or neurodivergent) children can be a rewarding experience with the right preparation and planning.

This June, in celebration of Father’s Day, we have been motivated to reflect on the experience of fathering for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. This is not a topic on which much information is available, however, some autistic parents have shared their experiences on various platforms, which, at first glance and once again, support the certainty that each individual is unique so that their perception of the parental role is also unique.

Parent involvement is a key factor in a child’s success with Applied Behavior Analysis therapy. While parents receive individual parent training at home, participating in group parent training offers additional benefits that can significantly impact both the child and family. These group sessions go beyond one-on-one instruction, providing a community-driven learning experience that enhances skills, support, and confidence.