Aug 09, 2024

Bierman Autism Centers Presents “A Beginner’s Guide to Social Skills” Caregiver Webinar

Knowledge is power, and nothing is more resourceful for a parent raising a child with autism than having a deep understanding of the essential social skills that their child may struggle with. It even becomes more helpful when an...

Jul 19, 2024

Which States Are Most Supportive for Raising a Child with Autism?

Autism rates are on the rise in the United States, with current statistics indicating that approximately 1 out of every 36 children are identified with Autism. This is a concerning number that calls for increased awareness and support, considering...

Jun 13, 2024

Autism screening tool goes global

Autism Diagnosis is one of the most pressing concerns in the field of child development, and researchers are looking for ways diagnosis can be made more quickly and efficiently. It also means less wait time for affected families. Following...

Jun 08, 2024

I traveled to Disneyland with an autistic child – this was my family’s experience

Eddie’s Mom couldn’t believe it. She witnessed with unbelief as her son showed exhilaration while they were on tour at Disney’s Buzz Lightyear ride, traveling in a cable car and astonishingly hitting imaginary targets with laser guns at virtual...

Apr 27, 2024

The Power of Combined Therapies in Autism Treatment: A Comprehensive Approach

The soaring rate of autism diagnoses, from 1 in 68 in 2010 to 1 in 36 today, according to the CDC, has thrust the importance of efficient and effective treatments into the limelight. While Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) therapy...

Apr 22, 2024

Early Intervention in Autism: The Promise of ABA and ESDM

Understanding the subtleties of developing therapeutic autism therapies is essential as we figure out how to best serve the ever-increasing demand for services for children with autism. Integrating applied behavior analysis (ABA) and the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM)...

Apr 17, 2024

Understanding the Importance of ABA Therapy: The Indiana Controversy and What it Means for Families

Dozens of Indianapolitan parents and advocates, their faces etched with concern, gathered outside Governor Holcomb’s residence in August 2023, demanding the reconsideration of the recently proposed cuts to Medicaid reimbursements for Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, a well-regarded treatment...

Apr 11, 2024

Celebrating Exceptional Educators: Sacramento’s Impact on Special Education

Great educators are the lifeblood of Danville, California’s tranquil community. They are crucial to the development of our youth, and their unwavering commitment deserves recognition and celebration. Nichole Espinoza, a special education teacher at Greenbrook Elementary School, stands out...

Jun 24, 2016

Treatment Options

Ask any experienced parent what it feels to have the doctor inform you that your child is on the Autism spectrum, and they will tell you it’s genuinely overwhelming. The problem is not the diagnosis itself but rather the...