Autism resources for families

Learning about autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or navigating a new diagnosis can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. We’ve gathered trusted resources to help your family learn about autism, explore therapy options like applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy, and access the support you need to take the next step with confidence.

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ABA Therapy Webinar

Join us for a parent-friendly walkthrough of the autism diagnostic process. In this on-demand webinar, our clinical experts explain how autism is identified, what screening and evaluation steps are involved, and how families can prepare for the next steps after a diagnosis.

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Apr 29, 2026

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What to Expect During an ABA Therapy Evaluation

This evaluation is how your child's Board Certified Behavior Analyst® (BCBA®) learns about your child's specific needs, strengths, and goals before building a personalized plan for therapy. Knowing what to expect from this process can help your family feel more confident and prepared when the day arrives.

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Apr 24, 2026

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Getting An Autism Diagnosis eBook

If you're unsure about the next steps, understanding the autism diagnosis process is a great place to start.

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Mar 16, 2026

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Scientific autism research

Foundational studies on ABA therapy

Cohen, H., Amerine-Dickens, M., & Smith, T. (2006). Early Intensive Behavioral Treatment: Replication of the UCLA Model in a Community Setting. Journal of Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 27(2 Suppl), S145–S155.
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Lovaas, O. Ivar (1987). Behavioral Treatment and Normal Educational and Intellectual Functioning in Young Autistic Children. Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 55(1), 3–9.
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McEachin, J. J., Smith, T., & Lovaas, O. I. (1993). Long-term outcome for children with autism who received early intensive behavioral treatment. AJMR, 97(4), 359–391.
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Meta-analyses and comparative research

Peters-Scheffer, N., Didden, R., Korzilius, H., & Sturmey, P. (2011). A Meta-Analytic Study on the Effectiveness of Comprehensive ABA-Based Early Intervention Programs for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 5 (11), 60-69.
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Roberts, J., et al. (2011). A Randomised Controlled Trial of Two Early Intervention Programs for Young Children with Autism: Centre-Based with Parent Program and Home-Based. Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 5(4), 1553-1566.
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Reviews and evaluations of ABA effectiveness

Foxx, R. M. (2008). Applied Behavior Analysis Treatment of Autism: The State of the Art. Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Clinics of North America. 17(4), 821–ix.
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Hayward, D. W., Eikeseth, S., Gale, C., & Morgan, S. (2009). Assessing Progress During Treatment for Young Children with Autism Receiving Intensive Behavioural Interventions. Autism: The International Journal of Research and Practice, 13(6), 613–633.
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Jensen, V. K., & Sinclair, L. V. (2002). Treatment of Autism in Young Children: Behavioral Intervention and Applied Behavior Analysis. Infants & Young Children, 14(4), 42-52.
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Sallows, G., & Graupner, T. (2005). Intensive Behavioral Treatment for Children with Autism: Four-Year Outcome and Predictors. AJMR, 110(6), 417–438.
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Zachor, D., Ben-Itzchak, E., Rabinovich, A., & Lahat, E. (2007). Change in Autism Core Symptoms with Intervention. Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 1, 304-317.
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Autism-related websites

Books about autism & ABA therapy

Let Me Hear Your Voice: A Family's Triumph over Autism by Catherine Maurice
The Way I See It: The Way I See It: A Personal Look at Autism & Asperger's by Dr. Temple Grandin
How to Think Like a Behavior Analyst: Understanding the Science That Can Change Your Life by Jon Bailey and Mary Burch
An Early Start for Your Child with Autism: Using Everyday Activities to Help Kids Connect, Communicate, and Learn by Sally Rogers, Geraldine Dawson, and Laurie Vismara
Ten Things Every Child with Autism Wishes You Knew
by Ellen Notbohm and Veronica Zysk
Thinking Person's Guide to Autism: Everything You Need to Know from Autistics, Parents, and Professionals by Shannon Des Roches Rosa, Jennifer Byde Myers, Emily Willingham, and Carol Greenberg
The Reason I Jump: The Inner Voice of a Thirteen-Year-Old Boy With Autism by Naoki Higashida
Uniquely Human: A Different Way of Seeing Autism by Barry M. Prizant
101 Games and Activities for Children With Autism, Asperger’s and Sensory Processing Disorders by Tara Delaney

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