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Alternative Behavior Strategies Addresses Shortage of Trained Autism Therapists with Innovative Graduate Program
As the number of diagnosed cases of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) continues to skyrocket, the demand for Board Certified Behavior Analysts has increased more than 800 percent in the last decade, according to the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.i To help meet...
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Alternative Behavior Strategies Introduces First Smartphone-based Digital Platform to Assist Autism Therapists
Alternative Behavior Strategies (ABS), a leading provider of services to children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), today announced the launch of the ABS Virtual Office, the first smart phone-based platform to connect autism behavioral therapists to the...
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Helping Children with Autism Grow into Productive Young Adults
Every year, hundreds of thousands of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are entering adulthood. Unfortunately, opportunities for many of these young adults are few and far between. In fact, the estimated unemployment rate for adults with ASD is an incredible...
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How to Recognize Common Early Signs of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
The number of children being diagnosed with ASD in the United States continues to rise—now 1 in 40, according to the December 2018 issue of Pediatrics. Early diagnosis can make a huge difference and lead to significantly improved outcomes. However, many children with...
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Collaborative Care: How a Superior Treatment Model Helps Children with Autism Get a Better Quality of Life
Overcoming Challenging Behavior Jane’s parents and pediatrician were concerned that the little girl had issues with food and eating, weight management, and dental and self-care. She insisted on eating the same half dozen or so foods, and it took her hours to consume...
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The Importance of Early Diagnosis and Intensive Therapy for Children with Autism
It’s a fact: Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is becoming more widespread across the United States. There is no consensus on why the prevalence of the condition is continuing to rise. Theories range from more awareness, to better diagnosis, to genetic mutations… even to...
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Why it is Critical to Give Pediatricians the Tools They Need to Help Families of Children with ASD
The number of children in the United States who have been identified with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is increasing dramatically. The December 2018 issue of Pediatrics, reports that 1 in 40 children in the U.S. have been identified with ASD.[i] This is...
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Find The Perfect Gift For A Child With ASD
The holiday season brings families closer together to enjoy quality time, fun festivities, and often gift exchanges. Having a child with ASD doesn’t have to change the spirit of the season. Many children are thrilled to tell you what they hope to receive from Santa....
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Natalie Roth, PhD Promoted to New Position as Vice President of Clinical Services
Alternative Behavior Strategies, (ABS), a leading provider of services to children with autism spectrum disorders, announced today that Natalie Roth, PhD has been appointed Vice President of Clinical Services, a new position within the company. She previously served...
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8 things you should know about the diagnostic evaluation process for Autism Spectrum disorder
In this blog, we cover the purpose and process of conducting a diagnostic evaluation for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). You will learn what the evaluator is looking for, what areas are evaluated, what kinds of tests are used, and what to expect during and after the...
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