Kaarin Anderson Ryan, PhD, BCBA 9.18.19 Ahhhh, sleep. This is one of the most basic needs for all living creatures, and often is seen as a preferred activity. Not only does it feel good to fall asleep, and to get a good amount if sleep, it is actually critical
Kaarin Anderson Ryan, PhD, BCBA. 7.30.19 Anxiety and issues related to anxiety can overlap with many other different needs, including autism. What exactly is anxiety? And what can you do when it happens to you or someone you love? Anxiety and worry are part of every day life for most
Dr. Kaarin Anderson Ryan, PhD, BCBA. 6-19-19 Making Time for Yourself This Summer! We have so many options for things our kids can do over the summer. As I wrote about in my last post, there are activities in every community, for kids both with and without different
Dr. Kaarin Anderson Ryan, PhD, BCBA. 6.5.19 Summer is here!!! Many students and parents look forward to the summer break from school and routine. Each family has its own approach to summer planning. Some kids go to camps or programs throughout the summer, maintaining structure and schedules similar
Kaarin Anderson Ryan 1.31.19 Friendship. For many people, friendship is one of the most important things in life. Why does friendship carry such weight for us? What exactly does it mean to have a friend? What does it mean to be a friend? What are the different kinds of friends?
With so many great resources available to help kids and adults on the autism spectrum with social skills, it is very difficult to decide which things to try. It is also difficult not to get a little overwhelmed with the choices. We have spent a lot of time working with
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