Honoring Assent in Autism Services
Assent goes beyond traditional informed consent—it is the individual's active agreement to participate, offered freely and without coercion. Honoring assent is not just an ethical imperative; it’s a pathway to building trust and fostering meaningful progress.
Rethinking Praise for PDAers
In this post, we’ll explore why appreciation and admiration can be powerful alternatives to traditional praise and how you can effectively use these approaches to support PDAers.
From Avoidance to Acceptance: How ACT Can Help Families Embrace Emotions
As millennial parents, many of us grew up in a world that didn't always encourage emotional expression. We were often taught to "stay strong," "push through," or even "just get over it." Many of us were taught to suppress emotions with unhealthy coping strategies like late-night ice cream. These messages, whether implicit or explicit, taught us to avoid our emotions rather than experience them.
How to Prevent Damage and Increase Connection in ABA
I’m writing this post with the intention of addressing some of the harm in ABA. I don’t claim to have all the answers, but I’m committed to learning, listening, and changing.