Parent Resources

The resources included here provide information about some of our instructional and clinical practices, in addition to tips and tools for parents and caregivers raising kids with autism. Many of the sources come from our partner, Trellis Services, which provides ABA treatment for children with autism in Maryland. Others come from LEARN Behavioral, a national organization made up of leading providers in autism treatment (including Trellis Services and the Trellis School) and from trusted sources like Autism Speaks and Pathfinders for Autism.

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AST 8/18/21 AST 8/18/21

10 Tips to Transition Kids with Autism Back to In-Person School

With the school year fast approaching, how can you prepare your child with autism? These 10 back-to-school tips can help.

AST 8/13/21 AST 8/13/21

Five Steps to Help Your Child with Autism Make Friends

Help your child with autism make friends with these five tips. Seek behavioral support, create social opportunities, join support groups, communicate with teachers, and plan activities with other families.

AST 8/6/21 AST 8/6/21

Autism Today: A Look at How Far We Have Come and What is Still Needed

Dr. Fred Volkmar, a professor at Yale University with over 40 years in the field of autism-related studies, joins us to provide perspective on how far we have come in the diagnosis, research, and services for individuals with autism.

AST 7/29/21 AST 7/29/21

How to Handle Screen Time with Your Child with Autism

For many families, summer can bring increased screen time for your child with ASD. How can you encourage healthy habits?

AST 7/21/21 AST 7/21/21

Follow Your Passions: The Vast Areas of Interest in ABA

Dr. Danquah-Brobby and Richie discuss parallels in their careers and the moments that define success for their clients, their students, and themselves. As Paula shared, “I saw the beauty and the science of ABA and I thought - alright, I am going to be in this career for the rest of my life”.

AST 7/20/21 AST 7/20/21

Why Swimming and Water Play Benefit Kids with ASD

Swimming and water play can benefit kids with autism in several ways. How, exactly, can swimming and water play help? What activities can you do in the water or at a water table to help your child?

AST 7/15/21 AST 7/15/21

Six Steps to Prepare Your Child with Autism to Interact with Police

Encounters with police can bring an overload of sensory experiences, making it difficult for kids with autism to respond calmly to an approaching officer. How can you prepare your child for a safe encounter?

AST 7/8/21 AST 7/8/21

How to Keep Your Child with Autism Engaged This Summer

This summer, how can you keep your child with autism engaged and stimulated, without overdoing it? Here, we share four ideas.

AST 7/8/21 AST 7/8/21

Women in Behavior Analysis with Devon Sundberg

Devon Sundberg, M.S., BCBA is the founder of the groundbreaking (and long overdue) Women in Behavior Analysis Conference (WIBA). Devon shares how raising three daughters helped open her eyes to how gendered life can be (including party food).

AST 7/1/21 AST 7/1/21

Easy Healthy—and Tasty—Treats to Make with Your Kids on the Fourth of July

Try these four easy, tasty treats to make the Fourth of July fun and festive for your child with autism.

AST 6/23/21 AST 6/23/21

Sensory Processing Issues and Summer: Sand, Sweat, Fireworks … Oh, My!

From applying sunscreen to digging in sand and splashing in water, summer activities can challenge sensory-sensitive kids with autism. What can help?

AST 6/17/21 AST 6/17/21

What in the World Is a Behavior Tech?

If you like helping kids and want to make a difference, then a job as a behavior technician may be the right fit for you. Learn what this entry-level job in healthcare entails.

Parent Resources

What is Applied Behavior Analysis? (Autism Speaks)

What is Verbal Behavior Therapy? (Autism Speaks)

Autism by Age (Pathfinders for Autism)

A Parent’s Guide to Autism (Autism Speaks)

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