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22 09, 2022

What Is Atypical Autism?

By Magnolia Behavior Therapy Team|2022-09-22T06:46:03-07:00September 22, 2022|Education|0 Comments

The DSM-5, which is the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders for the diagnosis and treatment plan development for many developmental and mental health disorders, notes that there are several subtypes of autism spectrum disorder. Each manifests symptoms of differing severity and might require a specialized diagnostic process for a customized treatment plan. Atypical autism, which is often classified as “Pervasive Developmental Disorder Not Otherwise Specified” (PDD-NOS), was originally [...]

22 09, 2022

What Is Pervasive Developmental Disorder – PDD?

By Magnolia Behavior Therapy Team|2022-09-22T07:24:46-07:00September 22, 2022|Education|0 Comments

Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PPD) and “Not Otherwise Specified” (PDD-NOS) are just two of several previously separate subtypes of autism that have now been officially included in the single diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This is a pronounced change since the 2013 updated publication of DSM-5. Though PPD and PPD-NOS have their own distinct symptoms and therapeutic approaches that separate them from many other subtypes of autism spectrum disorder. PDD [...]

22 09, 2022

Three Levels of Autism Explained

By Magnolia Behavior Therapy Team|2022-09-22T06:42:38-07:00September 22, 2022|Education|0 Comments

Since the updated publishing of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) in 2013 autism spectrum disorder has been more accurately classified. Today there are recognized levels of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Then each individual with ASD can then be further diagnosed as having either ASD level 1, level 2, or level 3. These distinctions are based on how severe their symptoms are, as well as how much [...]

22 09, 2022

Types of Autism Experts & Which Ones Can Best Help Your Child

By Magnolia Behavior Therapy Team|2022-09-22T06:29:09-07:00September 22, 2022|Behavior Therapists, Education|0 Comments

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex neurological condition that is often diagnosed in early childhood. There are three distinct degrees, but even the seemingly mildest of ASD symptoms still require professional intervention. This includes critical skill development in many aspects of daily life. At the same time, every person with ASD is unique with varying symptoms and severity of challenges. The complexity and varying severity of symptoms typically means [...]

27 08, 2022

How To Deal With Tantrums In Children With Autism

By Magnolia Behavior Therapy Team|2022-08-26T08:04:43-07:00August 27, 2022|Education|0 Comments

Almost all parents have to deal with their child having a few temper tantrums, wobblers, or total meltdowns. While it’s a natural part of childhood and parenthood, these stressful occasions are even more likely to be an issue for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The intensity of a tantrum and how often they occur can vary from one child to the next. Some children might only have a temper tantrum [...]

26 08, 2022

Forward Chaining vs Backward Chaining. What is It & Which is Best?

By Magnolia Behavior Therapy Team|2022-08-26T07:56:27-07:00August 26, 2022|Behavior Therapists, Education|0 Comments

Autism spectrum disorder is usually diagnosed in a child around 2 years old. This is an important point in brain development when the first signs of ASD start to manifest. Many parents notice that their child stops learning new skills, words, or behaviors. Oftentimes the child struggles to maintain the skills they have learned and might even start to show signs of regression. Many times these issues will also be [...]

26 08, 2022

What Is Extinction In ABA Therapy

By Magnolia Behavior Therapy Team|2022-08-26T07:51:30-07:00August 26, 2022|Education|0 Comments

In the realm of applied behavioral analysis therapy, the term “Extinction” is often used to describe the final cessation of maladaptive behavior. This often requires reinforcement from parents, teachers, and therapists. Extinction often occurs in combination with a variety of positive reinforcement techniques. Understanding these techniques and how they are applied in the ABA therapy process will help your loved one with ASD to achieve the best possible outcomes. How [...]

21 07, 2022

What Is Prompting Hierarchy in ABA Therapy?

By Magnolia Behavior Therapy Team|2022-07-20T11:17:24-07:00July 21, 2022|Education|0 Comments

ABA therapy uses a science-based, data-driven approach to help children, adolescents, and adults with autism spectrum disorder to reach the highest possible positive outcomes. ABA therapy is designed to teach new skills using behavior chaining prompts that help the patient understand what they need to do next. There are several steps to this prompting hierarchy. Each is customized by the ABA therapist to the individual’s ASD symptoms and severity. Many [...]

20 07, 2022

How Long Should a Child Attend ABA Therapy?

By Magnolia Behavior Therapy Team|2022-07-20T11:00:42-07:00July 20, 2022|Education|0 Comments

If your child has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), their physician or therapist will likely recommend an evidence-based behavior treatment method. Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is considered by the vast majority of the healthcare and mental health industry to be the gold standard for the treatment of individuals with autism spectrum disorder. Your child’s ABA therapist will use a science-based, data-driven approach to develop a multi-tiered treatment plan [...]

20 07, 2022

What Is Priming in ABA Therapy?

By Magnolia Behavior Therapy Team|2022-07-20T10:56:18-07:00July 20, 2022|Education|0 Comments

ABA therapy uses a wide range of science-based, data-driven approaches to help individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to reach increasingly higher positive outcomes. Priming is one of the more effective ABA techniques for helping individuals with ASD to live their best possible lives. It uses a cognitive therapy process where one idea, event, person, or object is linked to another. It works especially well for individuals with autism spectrum [...]

19 07, 2022

Can ABA Therapy Cure Autism?

By Magnolia Behavior Therapy Team|2022-07-19T14:02:57-07:00July 19, 2022|Behavior Therapists, Education|0 Comments

Despite all our medical advances, there still is no foreseeable cure for autism. Yet experts in the field have found impressive ways to help manage autism symptoms, as well as help individuals with autism spectrum disorder develop independence skills that significantly improve their overall quality of life. This is typically done through ABA therapy, which is seen as the gold standard for treating autism spectrum disorder. Its methodology tends to [...]

23 06, 2022

Autism Sensory Overload Symptoms & Management

By Magnolia Behavior Therapy Team|2022-08-11T07:50:21-07:00June 23, 2022|Behavior Therapists, Education|0 Comments

A lot of children with autism spectrum disorder experience some degrees of sensory overload. This is when one or more of the body's senses is hyper-stimulated to a level that exceeds their coping mechanisms. While sensory overload is commonly associated with ASD it can also be applied to other conditions such as anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and even obsessive-compulsive disorder. A lot of people with autism spectrum disorder [...]

22 06, 2022

What is Sensory Processing Disorder?

By Magnolia Behavior Therapy Team|2022-12-01T06:54:47-08:00June 22, 2022|Behavior Therapists, Education|0 Comments

Sensory processing disorder is a condition in which the individual in question doesn’t respond in a normal manner when they are exposed to certain sounds, smells, textures, or other external stimuli. This might include hypersensitivity to music or hyposensitivity to strong stimuli that should evoke a response. Also known as SPD, the Sensory Processing Disorder concept evolved out of an older concept known as “Sensory Integration Dysfunction. It is more [...]

22 06, 2022

Using AAC Devices To Enhance Communication with ABA Therapy

By Magnolia Behavior Therapy Team|2022-06-21T07:48:17-07:00June 22, 2022|Behavior Therapists, Education|0 Comments

Tablets, smartphones, and other digital devices are everywhere. They have even become an effective tool for ABA therapists to better enhance the communication skills of patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Known in the industry as “Assistive Technology Devices” they can be used strategically in all areas of life. How To Use Assistive Technology Device for Communication? There are many helpful apps that focus on developing language. A lot of families [...]

21 06, 2022

What is Task Analysis For ABA Therapy

By Magnolia Behavior Therapy Team|2022-06-21T07:42:12-07:00June 21, 2022|Behavior Therapists, Education|0 Comments

The American Psychiatric Foundation defines Autism Spectrum Disorder as “A complex developmental condition that involves persistent challenges in social interaction, speech and nonverbal communication, and restricted/repetitive behaviors.” Since it is a spectrum of symptoms and challenges, the effects and severity of ASD vary uniquely from one person to the next. It’s also worth noting that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that ASD is present in approximately 1 [...]

21 06, 2022

Autism & Picky Eating Habits Such As Food Refusal

By Magnolia Behavior Therapy Team|2022-06-21T07:37:15-07:00June 21, 2022|Education|0 Comments

A lot of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder have problems with eating which can make it hard to feed them nutritious meals. At the same time, it can cause a great deal of conflict at mealtimes, which makes it hard to present the food in the most appealing possible way. It often helps to take a methodical approach to deal with picky eating habits. Understanding the unique details of your [...]

18 05, 2022

Difference Between ADD vs ADHD?

By Magnolia Behavior Therapy Team|2022-05-16T08:34:20-07:00May 18, 2022|Education|0 Comments

Terms like ADD and ADHD sometimes get used interchangeably to describe a child who has potential attention span issues. Though terminology has changed in recent years to identify ADD as a subtype of ADHD. Behavioral psychologists then use this information to develop slightly different treatment strategies to address each condition. ADD, is an acronym for “Attention Deficit Disorder” whereas ADHD stands for “Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.” While modern psychologists are adept [...]

16 05, 2022

Costs Of ABA Therapy for Autism

By Magnolia Behavior Therapy Team|2022-05-16T08:29:58-07:00May 16, 2022|Education|0 Comments

If you’ve recently found out that your child has autism spectrum disorder, you probably have a lot of questions. Not the least of which is what therapeutic options and resources are available to help them live their best life. The good news is that today there are more resources for children with ASD and proven therapy techniques than ever before. Of them, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is recognized as the [...]

16 05, 2022

Autism & Sleep Issues. Helping Autistic Children Get A Good Night’s Sleep

By Magnolia Behavior Therapy Team|2022-05-16T08:14:58-07:00May 16, 2022|Education|0 Comments

Everybody needs a good night’s sleep, though for some children with Autism Spectrum Disorder falling asleep and staying asleep can be challenging. Compounding this is that some features of ASD like repetitive behaviors can make quality sleep even more difficult. This type of disruptive feedback loop makes sleep problems increasingly prevalent in children with ASD and a priority concern for the families that support them grappling with autism. Yet it [...]

28 04, 2022

How Negative Punishment Works, With Examples

By Magnolia Behavior Therapy Team|2022-04-27T07:25:37-07:00April 28, 2022|Education|0 Comments

While much of ABA therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Operant Conditioning focus on positive reinforcement to adjust the outcomes of specific behaviors, there are times when negative behaviors have an appropriate place. Even the ground-breaking psychologist B.F. Skinner noted that an animal or a person’s behavior can be increased or decreased by adding or removing appropriate stimuli. Though this required practiced application and consistency, without any degree of emotional transference. [...]

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