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Explore the Apex ABA Resource Page — your go-to hub for expert guidance, practical tools, and evidence-based strategies in ABA therapy. Whether you're a parent navigating a new diagnosis, a caregiver looking for day-to-day support, or a professional deepening your clinical knowledge, you'll find resources here designed to make a real difference. Because every child deserves the right support — and every family deserves to feel informed, confident, and never alone.
How Do You Help a Child With Autism Prepare for a Dentist Visit or Medical Appointment?
How to help a child with autism prepare for a dentist visit or medical appointment with visual supports and simple routines.
What Causes Head Banging in Autism — and What Evidence-Based Intervention Looks Like
Head banging in autism: when to call your doctor, the 4 functions that drive it, and how ABA's functional assessment builds a plan that actually works.
What Causes Rigid Thinking in Autism — and What Actually Works to Build Flexibility
Rigid thinking in autism is neurological, not defiance. Learn what drives it, 5 dimensions of rigidity, emotional regulation strategies, and how ABA helps.
ABA Therapy for Aggressive Behaviors
Explore ABA therapy for aggressive behaviors and discover effective strategies for managing autism challenges.
Free Sensory Toys for Autism: What Works, What's Free, and How to Choose
Discover life-changing free sensory toys for autism! Unlock the power of sensory play for children with autism.
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Autism in Women: What It Really Looks Like and Why It Goes Unrecognized
While it is often diagnosed in childhood, many women are diagnosed with High Functioning Autism (HFA) later in life or may go undiagnosed altogether.
Autism Obsessions: What They Are, Why They Happen, and How to Respond
Autism obsessions — clinically called restricted interests — are neurological, not defiance. What they mean, when to worry, and how to respond.
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What Is Autism Hand Posturing? Causes, Types, and Supportive Strategies
Autism hand posturing is a form of stimming that serves real sensory and emotional functions. Here's what it means and how families can respond.
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Reading Statistics 2026: Literacy, Decline & Key Trends
The 2026 reading statistics every parent should see — literacy rates, screen-time impact, and how reading habits differ for neurodivergent children.
Recognizing the Signs of Autism in Adult Men — and What to Do Next
Unveiling the signs of autism in adult men. Discover the unique challenges they face and the importance of late diagnosis.
Is Young Sheldon Autistic? What the Creators Won't Say (And What His Behavior Shows)
Young Sheldon's creators have refused to confirm an autism diagnosis on screen — but his behaviors match the DSM-5 criteria for ASD.
Why Do Autistic People Rock? The Neuroscience Behind the Movement
Why do autistic people rock back and forth? It's not a "habit" — it's self-regulation. A BCBA explains what rocking does for the nervous system.
DSM-6 Release Date: What the APA Has Actually Announced (May 2026 Update)
Last updated: May 15, 2026 · Reviewed by BCBA
ADHD Stimming vs Autism Stimming: The Differences Parents and Caregivers Need to Know
ADHD stimming and autism stimming look alike but serve different purposes. Learn the 5 tell-tale differences — and why it matters for the right support.
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What Is F84.0 in Autism Spectrum Disorder? Signs, Criteria, and Next Steps
If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), you may have come across the term "F84.0". F84.0 is a diagnostic code used by healthcare professionals to describe a specific type of autism.
Meet Our Authors
Dr. Linda Nguyen, PhD, BCBA-D
Linda has been in ABA for fifteen years, and she's seen the field change in ways both encouraging and frustrating. She started as a behavior tech, became a BCBA, and eventually earned her doctorate because she wanted to do this work at the highest level possible. She writes about the science behind ABA, the ethics of good therapy, and why families deserve better than cookie-cutter treatment plans. Linda lives in Ohio with her husband and three kids—and yes, she uses ABA strategies at home. They work. PhD in Behavior Analysis | Board Certified Behavior Analyst – Doctoral | 15+ years of clinical experience
Jordan Hayes, MS, BCBA
Jordan's younger sister has autism, and growing up alongside her shaped everything about how he approaches this work. He knows what it's like to be the sibling in the waiting room—the family member who doesn't quite get enough attention, the kid who loves his sister and sometimes resents how much space autism takes up. He writes with empathy for the whole family, not just the child in therapy. His posts cover sibling dynamics, parent burnout, and how to keep a marriage intact when autism is exhausting. Jordan specializes in ABA therapy for adolescents and teens. MS in Applied Behavior Analysis | Board Certified Behavior Analyst | 8 years of clinical experience
Aisha Patel, BCBA, LBA
Aisha is the BCBA families call when nothing else has worked. She specializes in complex cases, severe behaviors, and kids who've been through three other providers before landing at Apex. She doesn't sugarcoat the hard parts, and she doesn't promise miracles. But she's consistent, she adjusts, and she gets results. Her blog is for parents in the thick of it—the ones looking for clarity when everything feels stuck. Board Certified Behavior Analyst | Licensed Behavior Analyst | Specialist in complex behavior intervention | 11 years of clinical experience