April is known around the globe as Autism Awareness Month. Countless individuals sport the color blue, puzzle pieces, and ribbons to represent autism. Parents and professionals gather to hear experts in the field speak about treatments, education, and stories of accomplishments and success. Reporters share statistics and, for a moment, we take the time to […]
IEP vs. 504: Which one is right for your child?
ABLG often speaks to parents who are concerned with their child’s school performance. They think their child may benefit from additional supports, but it can be difficult to decide what to do. One of the most common questions is what’s the difference between a 504 plan and an IEP (Individualized Education Plan). First, let’s […]
7 Things to Know About ABA
Myths and rumors about Applied Behavior Analysis, or ABA, can stop a lot of parents from seeking this effective form of therapy! Here’s a few myth busters from ABLG! 1. Applied Behavior Analysis, or ABA, is a slice of of a much larger field of study. Behavior analysis is the scientific study of behavior. This […]
Autism, High School, and ABA, Oh My!
The transition to high school is exciting and terrifying all in the same. Some students – with or without Autism – may be overwhelmed by new peers, teachers and the school itself. Peer pressure becomes a more significant aspect of daily life. High school is a time for teenagers to gain new freedoms […]
ABLG TV interviews President of National Autism Association on Safety
We had the great fortune to sit down with Wendy Fournier, President and one of the Founding Board Members of the National Autism Association. She is also parent of an individual with Autism. We got to talk about wandering and elopement, and we learned some fresh perspectives on taking a “multi-layered approach” to addresses these behaviors. […]
ABA Therapy in Middle School
Author: Christen Russell, MS, BCBA, ABLG Clinical Manager Many people have the misperception that Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is only for young children with Autism or those with challenging, problem behavior. ABA can be used across the lifespan with many different populations of people. ABA programs can apply to birth through adulthood. As children age, their […]
Household Safety for Children with Autism
Now that kids are home from school… it’s time to do a household safety check! Have you downloaded our FREE ebook, QuickStart Safety Guide for Individuals with Autism? It covers: Wandering and Elopement, Household Safety, and Community Safety. We’ve broken down these overwhelming areas for you.. just take one step at a time to create […]
Drowning Prevention
Summer is here… which means water, water EVERYWHERE! Today’s post is a little sobering, but we don’t feel we’re doing anyone a service if we beat around the bush. So many individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders are attracted to water. Summer means open pools, and lakes, rivers, and streams that are running and appealing. […]
What can we learn from United Airlines?
Recently, United Airlines had an emergency landing in Salt Lake City, Utah. Why? To remove a teenager with Autism Spectrum Disorder and her parents from the plane. You can read the mother’s postings about the incident here. At Above and Beyond Learning Group, we acknowledge that there are three sides to every story. That’s a […]
Happy Mother’s Day to Moms of People with Autism
Dear Moms, We wanted to pause for Mother’s Day and say not just thank you, but “wow!” As the people providing your ABA and Speech Therapy, we are so focused on your child that we might forget to look at the whole picture and say, “You’re amazing!” Disability Scoop reports that “Autism Moms have stress […]
