Many parents notice it: their child holds it together at school, only to fall apart the moment they get home. Tears, irritability, shutdowns, or explosive behavior can feel confusing, especially when the school day was reported as “good.” From a behavior and regulation perspective, this...
The holidays often arrive with sparkle, anticipation, and a flurry of routines turned upside down. For many children both with and without Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) the weeks following the holidays can bring an emotional and behavioral “come-down.” As a BCBA, I often hear families...
Introduction Not every child who struggles in school has a formal diagnosis and that shouldn’t prevent them from getting the support they need. Whether it’s academic challenges, social difficulties, or emotional regulation struggles, there are ways to work with schools to provide accommodations and support...
One of the most common things I hear from parents is: “We don’t have a diagnosis yet… should we wait?” As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in California, I want to gently and clearly say this: 👉 You do not need a diagnosis to...