Based on Polyvagal Theory Polyvagal Theory or the “science of feeling safe,” is another one of the key research advancements that helps us better…
Connections Child and Family CenterAugust 29, 2023
For every girl diagnosed with autism, four boys will be diagnosed. Is that because autism truly occurs more often in boys? Or could it…
admin_laurenOctober 15, 2019
What to Do: After a New Autism Diagnosis Whether you are reading this article because your child has just received an autism diagnosis or…
admin_laurenFebruary 27, 2015
How to Choose Autism Treatment By Lauren Pasqua, Psy.D. What Type of Treatment? One important type of treatment will probably be speech and language…
admin_laurenFebruary 27, 2015
What Makes a Good Autism Assessment? Researchers and clinicians in the field of autism and autism spectrum disorders (e.g. Asperger’s Disorder) consistently identify the…
admin_laurenFebruary 27, 2015
The newest research suggests that autism is now affecting up to 1 in 88 children. That makes it certain that someone you know will…
admin_laurenMay 23, 2012
I remember the days when I wasn’t sure about this therapy called, “Floortime.” I came from a strong behavioral approach (ABA-incidental teaching) to therapy…
admin_laurenApril 13, 2012
Autism Prevalence As many of you know, last week the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) revealed their newest research which suggests the autism prevalence…
admin_laurenApril 11, 2012