Amarillo ABA LLC

10/31/2023

Happy Halloween from Amarillo ABA!

The Lakeview location had a Halloween party this afternoon. We played games, did a mock trick or treating, and had some spooky yummy cupcakes. We did a pumpkin decorating contest, and we are also having spirit week!

We wish you all a happy and safe Halloween!

05/23/2023

‘I am not a broken version of normal’ — autistic people argue for a stronger voice in research

Despite broader acceptance of neurodiversity, autistic advocates and scientists are still fighting for a chance to set clinical and scientific priorities.

05/22/2023

8 tips for creating a more sensory-friendly home

While children on the autism spectrum may share a diagnosis, their sensory needs vary.

05/21/2023

Understanding autism: Beyond the myths and misunderstandings

Early diagnosis and individualized care can lead to better outcomes for individuals with autism.

05/20/2023

“If Mom or Dad is unhappy, a little kid will know that before understanding all the words,” Abrams said, noting that young children recognize slow, low-pitched speech as showing sadness. “But kids with autism have trouble mapping vocal features onto emotion. Before this study, we didn’t know why the brains of people with autism have a roadblock for identifying and recognizing these vocal cues.”

https://med.stanford.edu/news/all-news/2023/01/brain-autism-speech-emotion.html

An autism diagnosis can seem overwhelming, but it is the first step to ensuring your little one leads a happy and fulfilled life.

05/19/2023

Mishra continues boosting autism awareness in community

There is often a stigma surrounding autism, and Mishra says it’s because people lack understanding of the disability.

05/18/2023

Early identification crucial in autism outcomes

An autism diagnosis can seem overwhelming, but it is the first step to ensuring your little one leads a happy and fulfilled life.

05/17/2023

"Many aspects of parenting and guardianship can be tougher for those on the autism spectrum. The reverse, however, is also true; there are some ways in which raising kids might be easier if you have autism (especially if the children in your care are also on the spectrum)."

Many adults with high-functioning autism are parents or guardians. Meet and learn about parents or guardians with autism and the ups and downs of raising kids while on the spectrum.

05/16/2023

Understanding autism: Beyond the myths and misunderstandings

http://ow.ly/VU5T50Onxuj

05/15/2023

"The good news is that parents don’t have to let an autism diagnosis intimidate or overwhelm them because they are not alone on this journey."

https://www.autismparentingmagazine.com/child-diagnosed-with-autism/

05/14/2023

Autism Awareness, Acceptance And Inclusion In The Workplace

If inclusion is the destination in our workplaces, I'd contend that we need awareness and acceptance working in tandem to fuel that journey.