Information on Autism Treatment Approach
ZAM Caring Center utilizes the principles of ABA Therapy to increase desired behaviors and eliminate unwanted behaviors. Common goals for ABA Therapy include the increase of adaptive skills, such as communication, social interaction, self-care activities (e.g., dressing, feeding, toileting), play, and motor skills and the decrease of maladaptive behaviors, such as aggression toward others, self-injury, and other unsafe behaviors. Children who receive early, intensive behavioral intervention (EIBI) have demonstrated positive improvements in their development. Areas of improvement typically include communication, socialization, following instructions, and daily living skills.ABA Therapy at ZAM Caring Center is individualized because we understand that each person is different in their own way. Our Clinical Supervisor will design and oversee therapy services, which includes the individual’s needs, current skills, deficits, interests, and preferences of the individual and their family. Goals are adjusted as the individual progresses, at least once every six months. Our experienced providers will meet regularly with the family for family/caregiver training to teach them the interventions that have been successful for their child in therapy sessions and to support the use of these interventions outside of therapy sessions.
Signs of Autism
social impairments,cognitive impairments,communication difficulties,repetitive behaviors,Not respond to their name and Not point at objects or things of interest, or demonstrate interest
SPOT ASD by 3
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) now affects 1 in 44 children in the United States, including those of every race, gender, and age. Studies show that nearly 80%–90% of parents saw signs of ASD in their child by 24 months.
First Signs & Next step Toolkit
With developmental, behavioral, and learning disabilities on the rise, there is much that remains poorly understood, from cause to cure.
Autism Fact Sheet
About 40% of children with autism do not speak. About 25%–30% of children with autism have some words at 12 to 18 months of age and then lose them.
Early Intervention
If your child is young and you suspect there might be something wrong, immediately seek early intervention services for your child.
Dietary Intervention
Remember, each individual with autism is unique. There are many other types of dietary intervention that may be helpful in addition to the two noted above.
Medical Intervention
Research shows that many individuals with autism spectrum disorders have underlying medical issues that frequently go undiagnosed
Therapies
Many professionals feel that early intervention is key in treating autism, and that behavior modification techniques are crucial in a child’s early years.
Frequently Asked Questions
The core features of autism are difficulties with social interaction and communication, and the presence of repetitive behaviors and restricted interests. However, the specific symptoms and the severity are highly variable among different individuals.
What are Autism Spectrum Disorders?
Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) represent a range of brain disorders that are characterized by restricted patterns of behavior and impairments in social communication and interactions. These disorders share common origins and features, but are classified as spectrum disorders because symptoms and severity vary among individuals.
What are the Symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorders?
Symptoms/behaviors of ASDs can range from mild to severe, and may seem to appear gradually or suddenly. Atypical development may be observed from birth, or more commonly, become noticeable during the 12- to 36-month period..
What is Autistic Disorder?
Autistic disorder, commonly referred to as autism, is the most prevalent ASD and severely impairs a child’s social interaction and communication abilities.
What is Asperger's Syndrome?
Asperger's Syndrome is the second most common ASD and is a milder form of autism. Children with Asperger’s Syndrome exhibit higher language development than children with autism and often have normal intellectual ability combined with a disinterest in social communication.
How are ASDS Diagnosed?
To date, no biological diagnostic tests exist that detect autism. But scientists are hopeful that advanced imaging techniques and differences in blood levels of proteins in autistic versus normal children may have implications for diagnosis.