ABA Blog

Autism-Friendly Sports for Kids: How to Choose the Right One
Finding the right sport for a child with autism means considering their interests, abilities, sensory preferences, and comfort with different environments. Explore 10 autism-friendly sports, their potential benefits, common participation challenges, and inclusive programs available to families in New Jersey.

Autism Masking: Understanding the Hidden Struggles Behind Social Camouflaging
Autism masking can include suppressing stimming, rehearsing conversations, forcing eye contact, or imitating others to fit social expectations. Learn what masking in autism means, what it can look like in children and teens, and why recognizing the signs matters.

Anger in Children with Autism: Causes, Triggers and Solutions With ABA
In this ABA Centers of New Jersey blog, we will explore the main factors that trigger anger in children with autism, how it relates to problem behaviors, and how Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) can be a robust methodology to help.

Types of Therapy for Autism: How Do You Know What to Prioritize?
There are many autism therapy options, but your child may not need them all at once. Learn how families can compare therapies, prioritize meaningful goals, and choose support with greater confidence.

Coordinated Autism Care: How to Align Your Child’s Team
Coordinated autism care can help families connect recommendations across home, school, healthcare, and therapy. Learn how to clarify each provider’s role, create a shared autism therapy plan, address conflicting recommendations, and keep your child’s priorities at the center of every decision.

ABA Therapy for Preschoolers: How It Differs From ABA Therapy for Toddlers
How does ABA change as a child moves from toddlerhood into the preschool years? Learn how goals, teaching opportunities, and family involvement may evolve while ABA remains individualized, play-friendly, and responsive to each child’s development

ABA Techniques for Parents: Practical Ways to Support Your Child at Home
Explore six practical ABA techniques for parents that can help reinforce communication, independence, and other developing skills during everyday family routines; it’s not about recreating therapy sessions, but about supporting your child’s progress.

Autism and Halloween: 8 Tips for a Safe Spooky Season
This blog by ABA Centers of New Jersey shows families how to plan a sensory-friendly Halloween with low-stress costumes, predictable routines, and inclusive activities.

Level 1 Autism: Early Signs Parents Miss & What To Do Now
Level 1 autism is often misunderstood, especially when compared to outdated terms like Asperger’s. This guide breaks down what Level 1 truly means, how it affects daily life, and the support strategies that help individuals thrive.
