Maryland Applied Behavior Analysis Therapist | Move Up ABA

Autism

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No, screen time does not cause autism. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition primarily influenced by genetic factors. Research indicates that genetics plays a significant role in the development of autism, with studies estimating a heritability rate between 60% and 90%. Ho...
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Is it autism or just introversion? Determining whether a child is exhibiting traits of autism or simply has an introverted personality can be challenging, as both share similarities in social behavior. However, there are key differences between autism and introversion to consider. Is It Autism or Ju...
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Yes, children with autism can understand emotions, but they may process and express them differently than their neurotypical peers. Research indicates that while children with autism often recognize basic emotions like happiness and anger, they may find it more challenging to identify complex emotio...
A Beginner's Guide Labeling vs. Tacting Explained
How do children on the autism spectrum learn to talk and share what they want to say? ABA therapy uses clear ways to help build these important communication skills. One way is called labeling, and another is called tacting. When you know what these are and how to use them in autism therapy, you can...
ABA Therapy
ABA therapy is a key part of behavior analysis. It gives real help to people with developmental disabilities. In ABA therapy, complex activities are broken down into manageable steps. This helps people learn new skills at their own pace, making skill acquisition easier and less stressful. The idea i...