What Is ADHD? This and other questions of a similar vein are often asked by exasperated parents of children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) when they find their child doing something other than what was asked. Although parents, in general, may experience these issues, parents of a child diagnosed with ADHD may find themselves…
Individuals with an Autism Spectrum Disorder and those supporting them are utilizing technological innovations more than ever before through the use of portable electronic devices in the form of tablets, smartphones, and laptops. These devices are used to assist communication needs as well as to serve as reinforcers to access preferred stimuli (videos and music).…
Originally posted on Autism NJ “Mom, Dad, can Samantha come over to play?” • “Do you want to play together at recess?” • “Can I ride bikes with Johnny?” • “We want to go to the movies later, is that okay?” • “I’m meeting my friend for lunch. See you later.” For many…
Being able to be as independent as possible often substantially impacts future success in all aspects of life (Causton-Theoharis, 2009; Hume, Loftin, & Lantz, 2009). Therefore, as a student moves through adolescence, it is essential for the educational team and family to place increasing emphasis on promoting student independence. This should be carefully considered when…
Emergency situations are by their nature often unpredictable. Accompanying many of these situations are unfamiliar sounds, sights, and smells. For many people, the stress, anxiety, and uncertainty of these types of situations can be overwhelming. For individuals diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) who experience challenges with communication, behavior, novelty, disruptions in routine, and…
I have a neighbor who once said, “Glenn, this parenting, it’s for the birds.” As parents, we can appreciate the frustrations that inherently follow with raising a child. While being a parent is a life fulfilling joy, parenting can be a struggle. As children grow, each developmental stage presents itself with unique challenges. Once we…
Michael J. Asher Dissertation Award – First Annual Winner The Michael J. Asher Dissertation Award is named in honor of our colleague, Michael, a clinical psychologist at Behavior Therapy Associates who passed away in 2016. He served as Coordinator of Consultation Services and was Board Certified in Cognitive and Behavioral Psychology by the American Board…
Best Practices For Improving Classroom Management, Social Skills, Behavior and Instructions for Children with Special Needs Behavior Therapy Associates and EIRC welcomed teachers, school administrators, parents and psychologists to their 2nd Annual “Best Practices” Conference. During the full day conference, attendees were given a chance to attend keynote presentations, breakout sessions, and Q&A’s, all of which were…