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May 16, 2024Education, Tips & TricksAutism, Community, Education, Parent Support, Safetyby midwestautismcenter

5 Things Law Enforcement Should Know About Autism Spectrum Disorder

Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder is crucial for law enforcement to ensure the safety and respect of individuals with ASD. This article offers key insights and practical tips for officers to effectively interact and assist those on the spectrum, highlighting the importance of communication, awareness of safety risks, and supportive approaches during interventions.

Autism, Autism Skills, Community, Parent Support

Helping Your Child with ASD Learn to Ride a Bike

Challenges with body awareness, balance and motor control, and hand-eye coordination can make riding a bike difficult. Learn a number of tips for successful bike riding including purchasing equipment, making bike adjustments, breaking down riding into smaller steps, clothing protection, practice makes perfect pedaling, staying …

May 2, 2024EducationABA, Autismby midwestautismcenter

ABA Care Models: Intensive Vs. Focused Therapy

Navigating the complexities of ABA therapy for autism, this article delves into the choice between intensive and focused care models.

April 11, 2024AnnouncementsABA, Autism, BCBAby midwestautismcenter

Midwest Autism & Therapy Centers Welcomes New Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) to Their Iowa-Based Campuses

Midwest Autism & Therapy Centers announces the addition of three talented new Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs).

April 4, 2024EducationASD Diagnosis, Autism, Autism Awareness, Autism Symptoms, Educationby midwestautismcenter

What’s in a Diagnosis? Understanding Why Therapy Providers Require an Autism Evaluation

An Autism diagnosis is the first step to accessing therapy services, but why? This article answers that question and offers guidance for getting started.

March 26, 2024EducationASD Diagnosis, Autism, Education, Parent Supportby midwestautismcenter

Understanding Your Child’s Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Diagnosis

Navigating an Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis can be overwhelming, but understanding the levels of ASD is key to finding the right support.

March 18, 2024EducationABA, Autism, Behavioral Health, Womens Historyby midwestautismcenter

Women in Behavioral Health: A Women’s History Month Celebration

In honor of Women's History Month, we're celebrating some remarkable female pioneers in behavioral health! From leaders in psychology to experts in human behavior their work is nothing short of groundbreaking.

Autism, Community, Community Events, Family, Family Event, Holiday, Non Profit, Sensory Friendly

DSM Children’s Museum Sensory Friendly Glowtastic Egg Hunt

The fourth Friday of each month is our Sensory Friendly play time for children on the autism spectrum or with other sensory sensitivities and their families to connect and explore. This month will be extra special with a continuous glow in the dark egg hunt …

March 6, 2024EducationABA, Autism, Autism Society, Education, Parent Supportby midwestautismcenter

Understanding the Cost of Care: Covering the Cost of ABA Therapy

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is an evidence-based therapy option that has been scientifically shown to help children on the Autism Spectrum reach developmental milestones and catch up to their peers in key areas like communication, social skills, and fine and gross motor skills. When a child receives …

February 21, 2024EducationABA, ABA Careers, Autism, Educationby midwestautismcenter

Careers in ABA: Rewarding Opportunities Working with Children

We recently had the privilege of attending the Iowa State University People to People Career Fair, where we met some great young people exploring career opportunities in behavioral health. This post will answer some of the most common questions we received, explore the field of …