It’s perfectly normal for children to develop at different rates. However, if your child is lagging behind on some developmental milestones, it’s best to err on the side of caution and have him or her evaluated for autism spectrum disorder (ASD). While some of the signs of autism may be detectable as early as six […]

Children with autism can display challenging behaviors. Parents often wonder exactly how challenging behaviors are defined. Generally, autism therapists define them as any behaviors that reduce the child’s quality of life, such as by interfering with his or her family life or social life. Behaviors that prevent a child from functioning within certain settings, such […]

A diagnosis of autism can change the life of not only the child with it but also the lives of his parents, siblings, and other relatives. For the parents of children with autism, it’s important to both address the immediate demands of their children and the more far-reaching needs of their families. Understanding how autism […]

While behavior disorder specialists may classify certain behavior disorders into general categories, the children who are diagnosed with these conditions are wholly distinct in their needs. That is why The Behavior Exchange offers one-on-one therapy for children in the greater Dallas area. Being able to spend time alone with each of our students allows our […]