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Autism Bullying Signs: School Bullying Prevention and Advocating for Your Child’s Social Safety

Key Points: Why Autistic Children May Be Bullied More Often Research shows that bullying is a painful, traumatic reality for many autistic children. Differences in communication, social interaction, sensory needs, and behavior can, unfortunately, make autistic kids stand out in environments that are not always understanding or inclusive.  For parents, recognizing autism bullying signs early […]

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Supporting Autistic Preteens: ABA Strategies for Autism Puberty Changes

Key Points:  Why Puberty Can Be More Challenging for Kids with Autism Puberty introduces rapid physical growth, hormonal fluctuations, and new social rules all at once. For autistic children, these changes often collide with a need for predictability, clear rules, and sensory stability. Hormonal changes during adolescence can intensify anxiety, irritability, and emotional dysregulation. Research […]

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Autism School Avoidance: Strategies for School Refusal, Separation Anxiety, and Behavior Challenges

Key Points: Why Kids With Autism Refuse School Research from the National Library of Medicine shows that school absenteeism is a significant issue for autistic children and their families, often linked to developmental, health, and psychosocial challenges.  For many autistic children, school refusal is deeply rooted in anxiety rather than defiance or lack of motivation. […]

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Functional Behavior Assessment Autism: BIPs, Behavior Intervention Plan Examples, and School Support

Key Points: Children with autism may show behaviors that affect learning or daily routines. A functional behavior assessment uses evidence-based ABA methods to understand why these behaviors occur, viewing behavior as communication rather than simply trying to stop it. What Is a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA)? A functional behavior assessment autism evaluation involves systematic data […]