For years, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy has been considered the gold standard for children with autism. But as more families explore treatment options, the conversation around DIR vs ABA is ...

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At least half of all autistic children experience some form of aggression, such as hitting, kicking or name-calling, while their parents are tasked with helping them cope and integrate socially. Yet ...

One of the most fundamental principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is consistency, the idea that learning occurs most effectively when responses to behaviors and teaching methods remain ...

Forta, a family-powered autism therapy startup, has raised $55 million in a series A round. The round was led by Insight Partners with participation from Exor Ventures and Alumni Ventures, plus ...

Centria Autism and parents sue Arizona Medicaid agency over contract dispute, threatening therapy services for children with autism.

Last week, the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration upped its proposed hourly rate for Applied Behavior Analysis therapy to $68 after receiving feedback to its initial proposal of $55.

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