Behavior Therapy Associates is pleased to announced we will be presenting at this year’s Autism NJ Conference in Atlantic City, NJ on October 18th & 19th. If you will be attending the conference this year, we invite you to join our clinicians as they present on several key topics throughout the conference. In addition to…
Scotch Plains Highlights Written by: Rory Panter Each year at HI-STEP Scotch Plains, we have a week dedicated specifically to helping others. Our goal is to help our students develop their own sense of empathy while assisting others in the community. Throughout the week, we discussed the idea of “charity” and why it is important…
The Autism-OCD Connection Children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) have an increased risk of experiencing a number of anxiety disorders. In particular, OCD and High Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder have a high comorbidity (37% or higher). Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is diagnosed by the presence of obsessions (unwanted, intrusive thoughts, images or urges) that…
As the numbers of children identified as having an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) have increased in recent years, obtaining a comprehensive Autism Spectrum Disorder evaluation and accurate diagnosis has become even more critical. Embarking on the assessment process can seem overwhelming for parents of a child who is experiencing significant developmental delays, including social, behavioral,…
What is Social and Emotional Learning? Social and emotional learning is a complex process in which children and adults acquire and utilize skills that are necessary to interact with oneself and others in a positive manner. Core competencies for individuals to learn include managing one’s emotions, setting and achieving positive life goals, establishing and maintaining…