Applied Behavior Analysis, or ABA, is the science of teaching efficiently. It is extremely effective in remediating the symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder. ABA therapy is uesd world-wide to help children with autism achieve in school settings.

One of the hallmarks of ABA therapy techniques is the use of positive reinforcement. By rewarding desired behaviors rather than punishing inappropriate ones, ABA therapy has been used to help children with autism develop academic skills, including: reading, having conversations with teachers and peers, and recognizing other people’s perspectives.

STAR of CA offers ABA therapy to qualifying individuals in Ventura . We also help families learn to apply these strategies at home to make everything from mealtimes to bedtime easier. If your family is dealing with an Autism Spectrum diagnosis, call us today at (805) 644-7827.

Positive Behavior Support is a type of behavioral therapy that can help children with Autism use appropriate behaviors across all of the environments they frequent. PBS focuses on teaching and rewarding adaptive behaviors so that children develop healthier ways to get their needs met. Successful Positive Behavior Support helps kids and parents establish positive and healthy patterns of behavior.

No matter what challenging behavior your child exhibits, Positive Behavior Support starts with giving you a clear understanding of what your child is trying to communicate. Once you understand the function of the behavior, you will be ready to reinforce healthier ways for your child to get his or her needs met. By pre-teaching appropriate behaviors and then rewarding your child for using them, he or she will learn appropriate ways to communicate these needs.

At Star of CA, we know Autism is challenging, and our behavioral therapy in Ventura is designed to help you establish new positive behavior patterns. Find out how we help kids with all types of autism symptoms and their families by calling (805) 644-7827.

Early Autism treatment is associated with improved outcomes, so identifying early signs of Autism is essential. There are a number of Autism symptoms, and they may manifest differently different at different ages. If you recognize any of these potential Autism symptoms in your child, consider discussing them with your doctor.

No Personal Engagement

Even before babies can speak, they engage with their parents. Through eye contact and physical closeness, babies build close bonds with their families. In children with Autism , engagement with others may not occur with the same frequency or may not occur at all. You may notice that your child refuses to make eye contact and doesn’t smile, even when you smile at him or her. Babies with Autism may not respond to nonverbal cues, like following your finger when you point at something, and won’t cry or babble to get your attention or in response to his or her name. Initially, some of these symptoms may even make it seem like your baby is simply very well behaved, since he or she is quiet, but as they persist, they often become more concerning.

Difficulty Playing

Children with Autism have a difficult time playing alone or with other children. When alone, children with Autism may not play pretend games and may struggle to understand how to play with their toys in an age-appropriate manner. When with others, children with Autism may be disinterested in interacting or otherwise joining in with games in an age-appropriate way.

Delayed Communication

Both verbal and nonverbal communication are delayed for children with Autism. Babies may not babble, and toddlers may begin talking later than their peers. When children with Autism do speak, they may use an unusual tone of voice or repeat the same words over and over. They may also have difficulty understanding nonverbal communication and using nonverbal cues themselves.

If you recognize these potential symptoms of Autism in your child, see a doctor and reach out to Star of CA for help. We provide support to families with everything from child psychology to behavioral therapy in Ventura . Find out how we can help you by calling (805) 644-7827.