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Attending leading ABA conferences in 2025 can enhance your abilities as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst or other ABA professional. Additionally, these conferences can inspire ABA service providers to deliver better care to children and families affected by autism spectrum disorder (ASD) who receive these services.
10 Must-Attend ABA Conferences Happening in 2025 Read More »
When your child suddenly breaks down in public, screaming and crying, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and unsure of how to respond. Parents of children on the autism spectrum face a unique challenge: learning to distinguish between an autism meltdown vs tantrum. These two behaviors may look similar from the outside, but their root causes, emotional responses, and solutions differ significantly from one another.
Autism Meltdown vs Tantrum: Understanding the Difference and Supporting Your Child Read More »
At ABA Centers of Florida, we know that holidays like the Fourth of July can be a mix of excitement and stress, especially for families raising children with autism or sensory processing challenges. The fireworks, crowds, and loud celebrations every day across Florida’s beaches, neighborhoods, and parks can be overwhelming, but making a sensory-friendly July 4 is possible.
Sensory-Friendly July 4th: 8 Strategies for a Fun and Inclusive Celebration in Florida Read More »
Florida has recently passed new laws aiming to provide meaningful support to children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their families. Many across the state are asking: How do the new autism laws in Florida benefit children on the ASD spectrum and their families?
Florida’s New Autism Laws: Expanding Support for ASD Kids Read More »
Parenting comes with constant questions, but few are as delicate and as important as understanding your child’s unique behavior. If your child avoids eye contact, hesitates to speak around strangers, or seems overwhelmed in social situations, you may wonder whether you’re seeing simple shyness or something more complex. Shyness and autism can look surprisingly similar on the surface, but beneath that surface lie very different needs, experiences, and forms of support.
Shyness and Autism: How to Tell the Difference and Support Your Child Read More »
In this blog by ABA Centers of Florida, we’ll explore what these new guidelines mean for you and your family—what signs to look out for, when to test for autism, and what to expect from the diagnostic and treatment journey. If you’re wondering whether your child might benefit from an autism screening or if you want to understand what to expect, read on.
When to Test for Autism: What Parents of Toddlers Need to Know! Read More »
As summer approaches, families across the country start planning beach days, pool parties, and lake trips. It’s a season filled with sunny days, laughter, and water activities that bring joy to everyone. But behind these treasured moments lies an urgent reality: water-related accidents remain a leading cause of preventable death for children. For families of children with autism, the risks are even more serious, making swim safety an essential priority.
Swim Safety for Children with Autism: Awareness, Challenges and Strategies Read More »
The gut-brain connection in autism has become a point of research, offering insights that, while not curative, may improve the quality of life for families navigating the complexities of ASD.
Do people with autism struggle with self-care? This question resonates deeply with families navigating autism and self-care. As we explore autism and self-care, we’ll discover how developing these skills not only promotes independence but also enhances quality of life, builds confidence, and opens doors to greater opportunities for those with autism. If you’re a parent, caregiver, or educator eager to support your loved one in building effective self-care habits, this guide by ABA Centers of Florida is here to help.
Autism and Self-Care: 7 Strategies to Build Essential Skills for Independence Read More »
In recent years, conversations around autism have grown louder—and for good reason. According to the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), autism rates have reached a new high, with 1 in 31 children in the United States identified with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) by age 8. For many families, this increase raises pressing questions: Why are these numbers climbing? What does this mean for children, parents, and educators? And most importantly, what’s behind this rise?
Autism Rates: What the Latest CDC Data Tells Us Read More »
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