by ameliabehaviour | Mar 4, 2017 | blog
Getting stuck… your starting point If you are the parent of a child with autism or any other developmental diagnosis, you will probably have identified some “restricted interests” your child is drawn to. Sometimes, these areas of interest can lead to elite...
by ameliabehaviour | Mar 2, 2017 | blog
This is the story of The Binder, which is shared with permission. At the mention of The Binder, the young man cringed. His mother sat beside him, and her voice was warm and sweet, but there was something about The Binder that sent a ripple of horror across her...
by ameliabehaviour | Feb 27, 2017 | blog
Wash your hands. Use the toilet. Put away your dirty dishes. Don’t drop your socks on the floor. Stop hitting your brother. Don’t experiment with Mommy’s lipstick. Quit banging on the window. That necklace is not a toy. Don’t throw those down...
by ameliabehaviour | Feb 19, 2017 | blog
If you have someone in your life who needs help following a routine or learning a complex new skill, it’s worth thinking about a visual schedule (also known as an activity schedule). There is some good evidence for its use with individuals with a variety of...
by ameliabehaviour | Jan 31, 2017 | blog
Sudden Bursts of Bedtime Creativity If you’re a parent of young children, you have probably heard some version of the bedtime begging. Classic examples include “I have to go pee!” or “Can I have a glass of water?” Many children get more...
