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 At Steady Steps ABA, we’re passionate about helping families make informed decisions to lay the groundwork for a lifetime of growth, success, and independence. 

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N-acetylcysteine (NAC) in Autism: Benefits and Research
18Mar

N-acetylcysteine (NAC) in Autism: Benefits and Research

Key Points: N-acetylcysteine (NAC) is an antioxidant supplement with potential…

Mood Stabilizers and Autism: Treatment Options & Effects
18Mar

Mood Stabilizers and Autism: Treatment Options & Effects

Key Points: Mood stabilizers are commonly prescribed to individuals with…

Fish Oil for Autism: Benefits of Omega-3 Supplementation
18Mar

Fish Oil for Autism: Benefits of Omega-3 Supplementation

Key Points: Fish oil supplementation, rich in omega-3 fatty acids,…

Best Vitamins and Supplements for Autism
18Mar

Best Vitamins and Supplements for Autism

Key Points: Essential vitamins and supplements, such as B vitamins,…

CoQ10 Autism Side Effects: Benefits, Safety & Risks
18Mar

CoQ10 Autism Side Effects: Benefits, Safety & Risks

Key Points: CoQ10 supplementation may help children with autism by…

Glutathione and Autism: How Supplementation Helps in ASD Treatment
18Mar

Glutathione and Autism: How Supplementation Helps in ASD Treatment

Key Points: Glutathione plays an essential role in reducing oxidative…

Best Probiotics for Autism and GI Symptoms
18Mar

Best Probiotics for Autism and GI Symptoms

Key Points: Probiotics may play a role in managing gastrointestinal…

Low-Dose Naltrexone for Autism: Benefits, Research & Treatment Options
18Mar

Low-Dose Naltrexone for Autism: Benefits, Research & Treatment Options

Key Points: Low-dose naltrexone (LDN) is being explored as a…

Stimulants for Autism: Medication and Treatment Options
18Mar

Stimulants for Autism: Medication and Treatment Options

Key Points: Stimulant medications are sometimes used to manage symptoms…

Magnesium Autism Dosage Guidelines and Effective Use
18Mar

Magnesium Autism Dosage Guidelines and Effective Use

Key Points: Magnesium may benefit children with autism by supporting…

Shaping Techniques for Teaching Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
26Feb

Shaping Techniques for Teaching Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Key Points: Shaping is a method of reinforcing successive approximations…

Verbal Thinking in Autism: Types and Traits
25Feb

Verbal Thinking in Autism: Types and Traits

Key Points: Verbal thinking in autism involves using language to…

Reciprocal Play: Autism Activities and Benefits
25Feb

Reciprocal Play: Autism Activities and Benefits

Key Points: Reciprocal play in autism helps children develop social…

Fading ABA: Understanding Prompt Fading in Therapy
25Feb

Fading ABA: Understanding Prompt Fading in Therapy

Key Points: Fading ABA refers to the systematic removal of…

What Is Chaining in ABA Therapy and How It Works
25Feb

What Is Chaining in ABA Therapy and How It Works

Key Points: Chaining in ABA therapy breaks down complex tasks…

Autism and Sensitivity to Smell: Understanding the Impact
24Feb

Autism and Sensitivity to Smell: Understanding the Impact

Key Points: Sensitivity to smell in autism can lead to…

Interval Recording in ABA: Methods and Benefits
20Feb

Interval Recording in ABA: Methods and Benefits

Key Points: Interval recording is a data collection method in…

Multiple Schedules of Reinforcement in ABA Explained
20Feb

Multiple Schedules of Reinforcement in ABA Explained

Key Points: Multiple schedules of reinforcement in ABA involve using…

What is Permanent Product Recording in ABA?
19Feb

What is Permanent Product Recording in ABA?

Key Points: Permanent product recording in ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis)…

Imitation in ABA: Examples, Techniques, and Benefits
18Feb

Imitation in ABA: Examples, Techniques, and Benefits

Key Points: Imitation is a core skill in Applied Behavior…

Routines for Autistic Adults: Tips, Benefits, and Examples
18Feb

Routines for Autistic Adults: Tips, Benefits, and Examples

Key Points: Routines can provide structure, reduce stress, and enhance…

ABA Therapy vs Occupational Therapy: Key Differences Explained
13Feb

ABA Therapy vs Occupational Therapy: Key Differences Explained

Key Points: ABA therapy focuses on changing specific behaviors, while…

What is Naturalistic Teaching in ABA?
13Feb

What is Naturalistic Teaching in ABA?

Key Points: Naturalistic teaching in ABA uses everyday situations and…

How Autism Affects Focus and Attention
13Feb

How Autism Affects Focus and Attention

Key Points: Autism can cause significant challenges in attention and…

Autism Skills Assessment for Children: Tools & Techniques
13Feb

Autism Skills Assessment for Children: Tools & Techniques

Key Points: Skills assessment in autism helps track development and…

How Autism Affects Language Learning Skills
13Feb

How Autism Affects Language Learning Skills

Key Points: Autism can delay or disrupt language acquisition in…

Teaching Children with Autism to Share and Play
13Feb

Teaching Children with Autism to Share and Play

Key Points: Autism sharing can be a challenging skill for…

Understanding Extinction in ABA: Definition and Process
13Feb

Understanding Extinction in ABA: Definition and Process

Key Points: Extinction in ABA refers to the process of…

ABA Language and Terminology for Therapy and Learning
20Jan

ABA Language and Terminology for Therapy and Learning

Key Points: Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) relies on specific terminology…

Teaching Sharing Skills for Children with Autism
20Jan

Teaching Sharing Skills for Children with Autism

Key Points: Sharing can be challenging for children with autism,…

ABA Therapy Duration: How Long Should It Last?
16Jan

ABA Therapy Duration: How Long Should It Last?

Key Points: The duration of ABA therapy varies based on…

Who Needs ABA Therapy: Benefits for Children and Adults
16Jan

Who Needs ABA Therapy: Benefits for Children and Adults

Key Points: Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is beneficial for…

Improving Reading Fluency in Children with Autism
15Jan

Improving Reading Fluency in Children with Autism

Key Points: Autism and reading fluency are closely related, with…

Hyperverbal Autism: Key Insights and Characteristics
15Jan

Hyperverbal Autism: Key Insights and Characteristics

Key Points: Hyperverbal autism describes individuals on the autism spectrum…

Fluency-Based Instruction in ABA: Techniques & Benefits
15Jan

Fluency-Based Instruction in ABA: Techniques & Benefits

Key Points: Fluency-based instruction in ABA focuses on building both…

vitamins for autistic adults

Best Vitamins and Supplements for Autism

Key Points: Essential vitamins and supplements, such as B vitamins, magnesium, and omega-3 fatty acids, are often recommended for individuals with autism. These supplements can help address common deficiencies in

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