Autism can be a devastating diagnosis for families both emotionally and financially. The prevalence of autism in the United States has increased significantly in the last 10 years. Stats from the Centers for Disease and Control The latest information released from the CDC (Centers for Disease and Control) in March of 2014 reports that 1 in 68 children will be identified with an autism spectrum … [Read more...]
The Most Powerful Tool to Increase Positive Behavior Choices in Children
Reinforcement is a powerful tool for teachers and parents to use to increase positive behavior choices in children. Research shows us that rewarding good behavior has a stronger effect than punishing inappropriate behavior, and it is certainly more fun to reward than punish! What is Positive Reinforcement? Positive reinforcement refers to anything that increases the likelihood of a behavior … [Read more...]