When most parents start ABA therapy for their child, they are thinking about immediate concerns: communication, behavior, independence, or school readiness. However, there is another important factor to consider and that is your child’s future as an adult. A recent UK government report, The Buckland Review of Autism Employment (2024), sheds light on a troubling reality. […]
When considering ABA therapy for a child with autism, parents often ask: “How many hours should my child receive?” It’s an important question, and the answer can make a substantial difference. While every child is unique, decades of research has shown the intensity of therapy matters. A major study published in 2017 by Linstead and […]
When considering ABA therapy, the first questions are often about hours, goals, or cost. There is another overlooked factor that may be even more important: Who is delivering the therapy? An exemplary case study published in 2020 by Ferguson and colleagues at Autism Partnership Foundation showed just how much of a difference the quality and […]
If you’ve ever wondered whether how ABA is delivered really makes a difference, new research has provided a clear answer: Yes, it absolutely does. In 2022, a team of researchers, led by Dr. Christine Milne, in collaboration with Dr. Ronald Leaf, Dr. Justin Leaf, Dr. John McEachin, and others, published a study that directly compared […]
We are proud to share that Autism Partnership Hong Kong is now a member of the Council of Autism Service Providers (CASP)—a leading U.S.-based organization dedicated to advancing the quality and integrity of autism services. Joining CASP places us alongside hundreds of highly respected service providers across the globe who are committed to delivering high-quality, […]
The first thing you’ll notice about Preston is his bright smile and the love he shows to the people around him. But behind that smile is a story of a mother’s strength, filled with ups and downs, courage, and hope. It’s a journey of turning fear into love—and finding strength in the unexpected. A Life-Changing […]
In the DSM-V, the diagnostic criteria for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) describes four behavior symptoms. One of those symptoms is “Stereotyped or repetitive motor movements, use of objects, or speech (e.g., simple motor stereotypies, lining up toys or flipping objects, echolalia, idiosyncratic phrases).” Even though demonstrating these repetitive behaviors is not a requirement for diagnosis, […]
It’s natural for parents to compare their child to others, including among those raising a child with ASD. Many parents ask why their child isn’t making the same progress as other children, despite following the same intervention program. While we fully understand these concerns, we strongly recommend that parents avoid comparisons. Each child with autism […]
AP holds the belief that with quality Autism Partnership Method (APM) treatment, individuals with autism should reach their fullest potential and achieve the greatest degree of independence and highest quality of life possible.
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