Ever seen problem behavior? Yep, me too! There are 2 main functions of behavior. People are either engaging in a behavior to GET something (attention/item/activity/sensory stimulation) or GET AWAY from something (attention/item/activity/sensory stimulation) Is it ok to want or not want certain things? Of course, it absolutely is! The challenge is when problem behavior, perhaps in […]
Play is so much fun, isn’t it!? Well, maybe not if you are the adult crawling around on the floor neighing like a horse or running around the room with your arms outstretched making your best jet plane noises only to be met by a less than impressed kiddo or a little buddy that doesn’t […]
If you work with children with autism and related disabilities, I am pretty confident that at some point, you have shown a learner a picture and asked, “How are they feeling?” Good goal, right? Well, that depends…what’s the point of this activity? Often times when we ask that question, we are met with a response […]
If you work with children with autism and related disabilities, I am pretty confident that at some point, you have shown a learner a picture and asked, “How are they feeling?” Good goal, right? Well, that depends…what’s the point of this activity? Often times when we ask that question, we are met with a response […]
Hello there…After nearly 15 years working with individuals with autism and related disabilities, pursuing formal education, attending conferences, watching webinars, reading everything I possibly can, networking with colleagues and listening to families, I’ve come up with some ideas. I’d like to share them here in hopes that others are inspired to stick with science while […]
Some of my fondest childhood memories were from family game night. Sitting around laughing, joking and maybe sometimes getting a little too competitive! Why is it then that until recently I rarely allotted time for games with my learners? Just like teaching play skills, I think many of us have at one point or another […]
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Listen in to this conversation with Braxton Baker SLP, BCBA of Innovative Therapy Solutions. www.InnovativeTherapySoutions.net Braxton provides a definition of presymbolic communication and outlines the differences between presymbolic, prelinguistic and nonverbal communication with multiple real life, relatable examples. Braxton also provides concrete strategies and key takeaways for improving the, re ways we intervene in early […]
Need a more comprehensive and meaningful assessment too to assist you in the identification of the most social significant, relevant and meaningful social behavior goals. Listen in to learn about Mission Cognition’s SS-GFA Assessment Package and how you can not only access it for use with your own clients or students, but also get extensive […]
This fun Friday episode focuses on the skills needed to work together successfully & joyfully as a team. Concrete tips for teaching those skills using research backed strategies are provided all within the context of a fun teamwork activity. This episode isn’t really about a snowman activity, or at least not JUST about a snowman […]
