In the United States, the average age of a child diagnosed with autism is over 4 years old. While that may seem young, that average is actually far older than experts say is ideal. The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests that autism can be reliably diagnosed as early as 18 months. Identifying this disorder early…
When you have a child with autism, finding the most effective treatment possible often becomes your highest priority. While many treatment approaches are available, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has been extensively evaluated over decades of clinical research and is considered to be the gold standard. Endorsed by the U.S. Surgeon General and prominent American medical…
Receiving an autism diagnosis can be overwhelming for families, especially as they begin to explore the numerous considerations that come with getting their child the best care available. Fortunately, they can turn to Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). ABA therapy has been shown to help children with autism improve their communication and social skills and develop…
No one knows your child as well as you do. When your child is enrolled at Stride, we want you, the parent or guardian, to become a key member of our therapeutic team. The hard work we do during the day must be carried home to optimize the benefits of our individualized ABA programs. Parent…
