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Prioritizing Self-Care for Autism Families: Why Self-Care Matters
As a clinician who is deeply connected with the autism community, I see firsthand the dedication and resilience that parents of children...
Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Nov 1, 20243 min read
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Maximizing Progress: Implementing Individualized Care Plans in ABA Therapy
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) can profoundly impact children with autism, but the key to success lies in individualizing therapy to...
Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Sep 30, 20242 min read
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Navigating Back to School: Understanding Antecedent and Consequence Interventions for Families with Children with Autism
For families with children with autism, navigating back to school period can be particularly challenging, given the transitions and changes.
Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Jul 31, 20242 min read
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Exploring Behavior Management and Understanding the Functions of Behavior
Behavior is a form of communication and interaction that plays a crucial role in Applied Behavior Analysis. The management of behavior is...
Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Jun 28, 20242 min read
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Navigating DTT and NET in ABA Therapy
In the dynamic realm of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, we continuously seek the most impactful strategies to cater to our...
Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Feb 29, 20242 min read
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Understanding Sensory Processing in the Context of ABA Therapy
Many individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) may face challenges with sensory processing, which can have a significant impact on...
Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Jan 30, 20242 min read
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New Year 2024 Holiday and Autism
The start of a new year is often associated with feelings of joy and optimism. It is also a time for parents of children with autism to...
Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Dec 27, 20232 min read
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Toilet Training for a Child with Autism Using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
Here's a general guideline: Begin by assessing the child's readiness for toilet training. This involves observing how long the child...
Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Nov 20, 20231 min read
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ASD Sensory-Friendly Thanksgiving Recipe
As a parent of a child diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, you may experience challenges when it comes to mealtime. Many children on...
Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Nov 9, 20233 min read
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Community Highlights: Meet Rula Diab of Arizona Institute for Autism
Check out this article from Voyage Phoenix about our Clinical Director Rula Diab. Read about Rula's journey to creating the Arizona...
Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Oct 24, 20231 min read
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Integrity, Empowerment and Excellence: Arizona Institute for Autism expands to new office
Check out this article about our new clinic location. Our Clinical Director Rula Diab met with Scottsdale Airpark to share the details of...
Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Oct 24, 20231 min read
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Meet Rula Diab | Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Check out this article from Shoutout Arizona about our Clinical Director Rula Diab. Read about Rula's vision and learn more about the...
Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Oct 24, 20231 min read
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The Benefits of ABA Therapy for Children with Autism
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is an evidence-based approach that utilizes the principles of behavior analysis to modify maladaptive...
Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Sep 19, 20232 min read
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ASD Sensory-Friendly Recipes: Pancakes
If you are the parent of a child with autism spectrum disorder, you probably know how difficult mealtime can be. Many children with an...
Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Sep 12, 20233 min read
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Arizona Institute for Autism is Thrilled to Announce its Transformation into an Integrated ABA Model
The Arizona Institute for Autism is thrilled to announce its transformation into an Integrated ABA Model, an approach that brings...
Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Aug 2, 20232 min read
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The Ultimate Guide to Behavior Modification Techniques & Reinforcement Theory
The ABC Model of Behavior Children may engage in maladaptive behaviors due to different functions. The ABC model refers to the process...
Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Feb 1, 20232 min read
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AIA’s World Autism Community Day of Celebration
Hello AIA families, Happy April, a.k.a World Autism Month! What is World Autism Month? April is World Autism Month, and April 2nd is the...
Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Jan 30, 20232 min read
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New Year Goals for Our Children with Autism
The New Year can be challenging for children with Autism and may lead to distress. Different factors affect the ability of children with...
Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Jan 1, 20231 min read
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Critical Thinking Skills for Children with Autism
Critical thinking is an important skill our children need to learn. It enables a child to generate the ability for a higher level of...
Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Nov 28, 20222 min read
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