Obtaining an autism diagnosis can be difficult. You may suspect your child has autism before their pediatrician expresses concern. Being your young child’s advocate can be a challenge, especially if you are repeatedly told by experts to ignore your concerns. Although it can be difficult to diagnose some children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) at…
Stride Autism Centers is thrilled to announce the opening of our newest clinic in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The center is state-of-the-art, with naturalistic activity areas, group instruction classrooms, reading nook, individual therapy rooms, extensive play and sensory equipment, and more. This opening marks an important milestone for Stride, as it scales access to high-quality…
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is a form of behavioral therapy that focuses on positive reinforcement to encourage certain helpful behaviors while diminishing negative behaviors. It also uses other methods, like discrete trial training and natural environment teaching, to help children with autism understand social cues, learn new methods of communication, and develop more independence. …
