Valentine´s Day can bring excitement, but for many children with autism, it can also bring sensory overload, social pressure, and big emotions. In this blog, we explore Valentine´s Day and autism through a compassionate lens, sharing practical ways to create an autism-friendly Valentine´s Day.
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This blog explores the nervous systems of autistic children and how sensory input, emotional safety, and the window of tolerance shape regulation in autism. We will also discuss how parents can support their child with autism through related distress.
Autistic Children’s Nervous Systems: Understanding Regulation, Stress, and Support Leer más »
Level 2 autism describes individuals who need substantial support with social communication, flexibility, and daily routines, but it does not define their potential. This guide explains what autism level 2 looks like, highlights strengths and challenges, and explores how early intervention and ABA therapy can make a meaningful difference.
Autismo de Nivel 2: Una Guía Clara y Humana Para un "Apoyo Sustancial" Leer más »
Understanding the Window of Tolerance can transform the way families support children with autism through overwhelm, sensory overload, and emotional challenges. In this guide, we explore why individuals with ASD often have a narrower window and how parents can gently widen it using five practical, research-backed steps.
Autism Window of Tolerance: A 5-Step Guide to Support Your Child with Confidence Leer más »
In this blog by ABA Centers of Florida, we will explore what self-advocacy means in the context of autism, why it matters and how it connects with emotional regulation. We will also discuss how it differs from social skills training, and what practical strategies homes, schools, and therapy settings can use to nurture it, for teens, children, and adults alike.
In this guide by ABA Centers of Florida, we’ll explore evidence-based tips for ASD that address home safety, water safety, elopement prevention, car safety, poison control, and more. These insights can help you create an autism-friendly safety plan that protects your child while giving you greater peace of mind.
Consejos de Seguridad para el TEA: Una Guía Práctica Para las Familias Leer más »
In this blog by ABA Centers of Florida, we’ll break down the three levels of autism as defined by the DSM-5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) and explore how therapies like Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and early intervention can make a meaningful difference.
Niveles de Autismo: Comprendiendo lo que Significan para tu Hijo Leer más »
In this blog by ABA Centers of Florida, we’ll explore and compare neurodiverse vs neurodivergent, what each term means, where they come from, and how they can shape our perspective on autism and other conditions. We’ll also look at practical ways to support neurodivergent individuals, including how ABA therapy can empower families and children on the autism spectrum.
Neurodiverso VS Neurodivergente: Entendiendo el Lenguaje de la Neurodiversidad Leer más »
How does autism stigma affect diagnosis in Hispanic children? The short answer is that it delays it. Stigma makes families feel ashamed or afraid to seek help, professionals may misunderstand cultural contexts, and the systems meant to support these children can fall short in reaching them. But to truly grasp the whole picture and find ways forward, this blog by ABA Centers of Florida goes deeper.
How to prepare a child with autism for outings? The short answer: start small, be consistent, and plan. But the whole picture is more complex—and hopeful. In this blog by ABA Centers of Florida, we’ll explore how children with autism experience public environments, the challenges families often face, and the support systems, like ABA therapy and early intervention, that make a real difference. If you’re a parent or caregiver navigating these moments daily, this guide is for you!
Una Guía Completa para Navegar con Éxito el Autismo y los Espacios Públicos Leer más »
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