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When Awareness Isn’t Enough: How DEI Efforts Can Miss the Mark for Autistic People
Autism awareness campaigns often carry good intentions, but awareness without action—or without real understanding ... can still leave...
Raymond David
May 231 min read
Inclusion Without Voice: The Hidden Harm of Performative Autism Advocacy
Inclusion sounds good on paper ... but when autistic voices are left out of planning, policy, and representation, it’s not inclusion at...
Raymond David
May 231 min read
When Inclusion Becomes a Slogan: The Problem with Performative Neurodiversity
Some organizations proudly display neurodiversity slogans and host awareness events, but behind the branding lies something shallower ......
Raymond David
May 231 min read
Qualified Applied Behavior Analysis Credentialing Board Certifications Added to Texas Licensing in Landmark Vote
AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, December 26, 2024 / EINPresswire.com / -- The state of Texas has taken a major step in supporting access to...
Raymond David
Jan 21 min read
The Texas Association for Behavior Analysis (TxABA) has announced its Annual Conference scheduled for April 24-27, 2025
The Texas Association for Behavior Analysis (TxABA) has announced its Annual Conference scheduled for April 24-27, 2025, at the Hyatt...
Raymond David
Jan 21 min read
Any Baby Can's Autism Services Program: operates in San Antonio and serves families in the area
Any Baby Can's Autism Services Program is tailored specifically for families raising a child diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder....
Raymond David
Dec 30, 20241 min read
Autism Lifeline Links (ALL): A program of Texas A&M San Antonio
Autism Lifeline Links (ALL), a program of Texas A&M–San Antonio, is dedicated to supporting individuals, families, and professionals...
Raymond David
Dec 30, 20241 min read
Advancements in Autism Services: Texas A&M-San Antonio launched the Institute for Autism and Related Disorders
In August 2024, Texas A&M-San Antonio made a significant stride in autism services by launching the Institute for Autism and Related...
Raymond David
Dec 30, 20241 min read
New Autism Treatment Center: In August 2024, Centria Autism opened a new center in San Antonio
In August 2024, Centria Autism, a national provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, opened a new center in San Antonio,...
Raymond David
Dec 30, 20241 min read
Research on Genetic Links to Social Behavior: a study led by UT Health San Antonio
In October 2024, a study led by UT Health San Antonio found that changes in brain volume correlate with social behavior differences in...
Raymond David
Dec 30, 20241 min read
Innovative Therapy Program in San Antonio
In October 2024, the Autism Community Network in San Antonio introduced Pediatric Autism Communication Therapy (PACT), focusing on...
Raymond David
Dec 30, 20241 min read
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) vs Qualified Applied Behavior Analysis Credentialing Board (QABA)
The question of whether a BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) or a professional certified by the Qualified Applied Behavior Analysis...
Raymond David
Dec 30, 20241 min read
There have been reports of insurance companies limiting access to ABA therapy for children with autism
There have been reports of insurance companies, such as UnitedHealth, limiting access to ABA therapy for children with autism. Internal...
Raymond David
Dec 30, 20241 min read
Let's clear the air: The Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) is not the only game in town!
While the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) might seem like the towering overlord of behavior analysis certifications, they're...
Raymond David
Dec 29, 20241 min read
Let's clear the air: The Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) has some controversies!
While the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) is revered for setting the gold standard in behavior analysis certification, it's...
Raymond David
Dec 29, 20241 min read
Let's clear the air: ABA isn't about punishment!
Modern ABA has turned the old notion of 'tough love' on its head, focusing on rewards rather than reprimands. It’s about reinforcing what...
Raymond David
Dec 29, 20241 min read
Let's clear the air: ABA isn’t one-size-fits-all!
Contrary to popular belief, ABA isn't a cookie-cutter approach. It's more like haute couture than off-the-rack ... meticulously tailored...
Raymond David
Dec 29, 20241 min read
Let's clear the air: ABA doesn’t aim to 'cure' autism!
ABA therapy isn't about waving a magic wand to 'cure' autism ... because autism isn't something to cure! It’s about providing tools and...
Raymond David
Dec 29, 20241 min read
Let's clear the air: ABA isn’t just a kid thing!
Believe it or not, ABA isn't reserved for the playground or elementary school. From corporate boardrooms teaching better business...
Raymond David
Dec 29, 20241 min read
Let's clear the air: ABA isn't about creating robots!
ABA therapy isn't about programming kids to respond automatically without thought or emotion. Think of ABA more like a dance instructor...
Raymond David
Dec 29, 20241 min read
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