Today, let's dive into a topic that might seem a bit like the warm-up act before the main event but, trust me, it's the real star of the show - Pairing and Rapport Building in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).

Everyone wants to accomplish their goals efficiently but there are some parts of the process that can’t be bypassed. Especially when it comes to supporting autistic kids and those with intellectual disabilities.

Explore the 3 step process to identify and help your autistic child handle bullying.

A step-by-step guide for reducing anxiety and stress through box breathing and breaking down why it works so well.

These 4 tools used by ABA practitioners can help parents, caregivers and educators help autistic kids transition back-to-school with ease.

Looking for ways to introduce your child to autism? To expand how they perceive their classmate or sibling. Here are three books that can teach children about autism.

3 powerful documentaries/films that will change the way you view autism and individuals on the spectrum.

Here are three books you should invest in to broaden your understanding of autism and the perspectives of those living with autism.

Expanding our knowledge about autism, gaining insight from autistic voices and spending time in this vibrant community are one of the best ways to understand it better. Here are some events that span everything from celebrations to information-rich conferences you can participate in to get to know the autistic community.

Autism Acceptance Month is a time to celebrate and promote acceptance and understanding of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). It takes place every April, and its purpose is to raise awareness of the challenges faced by autistic individuals, while also highlighting the unique strengths and talents that autistic people can bring to the world.

The United Nations World Autism Awareness Day is an internationally recognized day observed on April 2nd every year to raise awareness about autism.

Helping your child learn to manage anxiety is a challenging task. Here are 6 tips for being an effective coach when teaching your child how to cope with anxiety.

IPRC stands for Identification, Placement, Review Committee and is a very important first step in advocating for your child at school if they are autistic/have autism or an intellectual disability.

The IEP is the plan that puts into place the resources and supports identified as beneficial to your child to help them achieve their academic goals.

Explore 3 separate stories part of @SurreyPlace's Storytelling Video Series for the Bi pi maadzing zaagidwin teg jichaaming / Circle of Life in the Spirit of Love project on the @aideCanada website to learn more about the experiences of Indigenous individuals and caregivers.

Autistic Pride is an event for the autistic community led by the autistic community to celebrate their shared identity and promote inclusion and neurodiversity. We encourage you to seek out autistic sources to learn more.

Behaviours like flapping hands, pacing or repeating phrases may seem different to the neurotypical population but they provide a useful way to self-regulate for individuals with autism.

Heather Redmond, BCBA explores how applied behaviour analysis (ABA) needs to evolve to rise above criticism and better serve individuals and the outcomes they need.

Are you new to the world of Applied Behaviour Analysis/ABA? If you’re researching ABA on the internet, you can find many positive experiences that children and their families have had with ABA therapy. You also may find some information about some controversies surrounding ABA. This post busts the 4 biggest myths about ABA so you can make informed decisions about whether it’s right for your child.

This post is a guide for educators and other professionals to learn more about Applied Behaviour Analysis and access some tips on how to work collaboratively to better support the individuals you work with.