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.
"Autism obsessions" are clinically called restricted interests. Learn what drives them, their real benefits, when they're a concern, and how ABA responds.
Rigid thinking in autism is neurological, not defiance. Learn what drives it, 5 dimensions of rigidity, emotional regulation strategies, and how ABA helps.
No, DSM-6 isn't out — and the APA hasn't set a release date. But in Jan 2026 they published a roadmap, named the next chair, and floated a 2029 target.
Famous people with autism or Asperger's — 26 confirmed names for 2026, including actors, athletes, and scientists. Who's officially diagnosed vs. just speculated.
Are autistic people smart? Many have high IQs. Learn the signs of intelligent autism, IQ ranges across high-functioning and Level 1 ASD, and why gifted kids are missed.
Nine developmental signs that suggest your toddler is likely not autistic, three behaviors that still warrant evaluation, and how to tell which is which.
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, BCBA-D
Jordan Hayes
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, BCBA
Aisha Patel
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.
BCBA, LBA
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