What inspired me to pursue working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) June 30, 2020 | Julia Hood, Ph.D., LP, BCBA-D, NCSP I often get asked how I got into the field of Psychology and working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Oftentimes, people working in the field of autism have ASD or have a family member or relative with ASD. I actually don’t have a personal connection to ASD, in fact I kind of feel like I found ASD as a passion by chance. I didn’t even know what ASD was when I started graduate school and I would have never predicted that would become an area of expertise for me. Read more. Read More
Autism Sleep Routine: Establishing a Bedtime Routine for Children with Autism June 29, 2020 | Dr. Julia Hood Children with autism require just as much sleep as other children their age. However, healthy sleep habits can sometimes... Read More
Healthy Snacks For Kids With Autism June 17, 2020 | Dr. Heather Davis Getting your child to eat healthy isn't always an easy task. Learn about healthy snacks for kids with autism and creating better meal time behavior today! Read More
Art Therapy Activities for Autism June 10, 2020 | Dr. Julia Hood Autism art therapy is a great way for children to communicate and express themselves non-verbally. Learn about great art therapy activities for autism today! Read More
Supporting Children With Autism During COVID-19 June 3, 2020 | Dr. Julia Hood COVID-19 may bring additional challenges when it comes to helping our children. Click here to read about how you can support your child with autism during COVID-19! Read More
Heroes on the Frontline May 27, 2020 | Julia Hood, Ph.D., LP, BCBA-D, NCSP All of the staff at the Pingree Center have done an amazing job being flexible and adapting to the changes in services for our clients with autism and our childcare services. Read More
Establishing a Routine While at Home During COVID-19 With Children With Autism May 20, 2020 | Dr. Julia Hood COVID-19 has taken the world by storm but children with autism are particularly at risk due to all of the changes. Learn more about establishing a routine while at home during COVID-19! Read More
Tips for Educating Your Kids at Home May 7, 2020 | Julia Hood, Ph.D., LP, BCBA-D, NCSP Many families are juggling the daily routine of work, schoolwork, three meals at home, cleaning, laundry, yardwork, and everything else. It is quite overwhelming to suddenly have to manage all of this. So how do you help maintain everyone’s sanity and make the days go as smooth as possible? Here are some tricks to help. Read More
Person First Language and Identity First Language April 30, 2020 | Julia Hood, Ph.D., LP, BCBA-D, NCSP The purpose of using this type of language is to communicate that the diagnosis does not define the person, it’s only one part of who they are. Using person-first language does just that, it puts the person first and the diagnosis second. Read More
Childcare Services to help during covid19 April 21, 2020 | Julia Hood, Ph.D., LP, BCBA-D, NCSP Childcare services are available to those who need it. To learn more about our services, please call 801.581.0194 for more information. Read More
Teaching Your Child with Autism from Home April 15, 2020 | Julia Hood, Ph.D., LP, BCBA-D, NCSP In light of closures associated with COVID-19, many parents are faced with the challenge of teaching their children at home. Those with children on the autism spectrum may need extra help. Learn tips to establish a routine for your child, implement educational activities, and keep yourself sane in the midst of it all. Read More
Autism Awareness Month April 14, 2020 | Julia Hood, Ph.D., LP, BCBA-D, NCSP Every year the Pingree Center joins the national community to help bring awareness to autism. Learn more about how we are helping spread awareness to autism this year. Read More
Social Distancing Style: On the Hunt for Autism-Inclusive Easter Ideas (and Eggs) April 8, 2020 | Dr. Julia Hood Looking for tactics to accommodate all ages and abilities in your Easter festivities? Read the best approaches/adjustments for an autism-friendly Easter egg hunt! Read More
Building a Sensory Bedroom for Kids with Autism March 16, 2020 | Dr. Julia Hood Building a sensory bedroom for your child with autism can help aid development and keep your child comfortable. Read more about sensory room ideas! Read More
What Does Presumed Competence Mean? February 25, 2020 | Dr. Julia Hood Presumed competence is a philosophy that offers students with autism the ability to demonstrate capability instead of having a predetermined and sometimes misdirected plan for education. When schools presume competence, it sets students up for their best academic and social experience that is based on ability, inclusion and strengths. Read More
The Relationship Between Autism And Impulse Control February 4, 2020 | Dr. Julia Hood It can be difficult for kids with autism to manage overwhelming emotions, and sometimes this results in impulsive behaviors. Click here to learn more! Read More
What are the 7 Dimensions of Applied Behavior Analysis? February 1, 2020 | Dr. Julia Hood Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) is an evidence-based treatment for autism that uses 7 dimensions to help build understanding and change. Learn more here! Read More
Adapted Books for Autism January 9, 2020 | Heather Davis Adapted books for autism are modified to make use of images and interactive activities within a text, improving comprehension and learner engagement. Read more! Read More
9 Best Autism Apps For Skill Development and Confidence December 12, 2019 | Dr. Julia Hood Your child will benefit from using these specialized autism apps designed specifically for children. Try them for yourself and see how your child’s confidence grows. Read More
Autism-Friendly Holidays: Tips for an Autism- Friendly Thanksgiving November 27, 2019 | Dr. Julia Hood Thanksgiving can be stressful for children on the autism spectrum, but preperation for the travel and crowds can help you have an autism-friendly holiday. Read More
Tips for an Autism-Friendly Halloween October 30, 2019 | Dr. Julia Hood Tips for an Autism-Friendly Halloween When the air turns crisp and the leaves start to fall, that means Halloween is ri... Read More
Our Autism Treatment Center Helps Nationwide September 6, 2019 | Dr. Julia Hood Carmen B. Pingree Autism Center of Learning helps families and children with autism nationwide. Learn more about our center! Read More
Back to School Visual Schedules for Students with Autism August 21, 2019 | Dr. Julia Hood Visual schedules can be a useful tool to help children with autism cope with change. Learn how to use them this back to school season! Read More
The 6 Best Sensory Toys for Children with Autism August 9, 2019 | Dr. Julia Hood We've listed out the 6 best sensory toys for children with hyper-sensitive and hypo-sensitive autism to play with. Learn more! Read More
The Long-Term Benefits of Autism Therapy Services for Children August 6, 2019 | Dr. Julia Hood Learn about the wonderful long-term benefits Carmen B. Pingree Autism Therapy School can do for your child today! Read More
The 10 Best Autism-Friendly Family Vacations July 25, 2019 | Dr. Heather Davis Autism-friendly family vacations are possible & there are more options to choose from now. See our 6 favorite spots here! Read More
Autism-Friendly Holidays: 8 Tips for a Fun & Safe Fourth of July July 2, 2019 | Dr. Julia Hood You don't have to avoid the Fourth of July, it can be an autism-friendly holiday! These 8 simple tips will show you how. Read More
Summer Programs for Kids with Autism June 7, 2019 | Dr. Heather Davis Make summer fun for your loved one that's on the autism spectrum! We have a list of programs & tips on how to do just that. Read More
How The Carmen B. Pingree Autism Center of Learning Utilizes ABA Research May 6, 2019 | Dr. Julia Hood Learn how our center ultilizes ABA therapy tactics such as positive reinforcement in order to bring positive changes in behavior. Read More
National Autism Awareness Month April 8, 2019 | Dr. Julia Hood April is National Autism Awareness Month. We invite you to join our annual Do Your Blue event. Learn more here! Read More
Tips for Explaining Autism to Family and Friends February 6, 2019 | Dr. Julia Hood Sometimes it might be difficult explaining autism to your friends and family. Here are some great tips for sharing the news. Read More
Detecting Signs of Autism in Children January 16, 2019 | Dr. Julia Hood Signs of autism in children are often displayed from a young age and can be easily identified by parents and family. Read More
Adult Autism Program July 19, 2018 | Carmen Pingree Adults with Autism Utah has the second highest prevalence rate for autism in the United States. The most recent prevale... Read More
What are the 7 Dimensions of Applied Behavior Analysis? February 1, 2020 | Dr. Julia Hood Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) is an evidence-based treatment for autism that uses 7 dimensions to help build understanding and change. Learn more here! Read More
Social Distancing Style: On the Hunt for Autism-Inclusive Easter Ideas (and Eggs) April 8, 2020 | Dr. Julia Hood Looking for tactics to accommodate all ages and abilities in your Easter festivities? Read the best approaches/adjustments for an autism-friendly Easter egg hunt! Read More
Person First Language and Identity First Language April 30, 2020 | Julia Hood, Ph.D., LP, BCBA-D, NCSP The purpose of using this type of language is to communicate that the diagnosis does not define the person, it’s only one part of who they are. Using person-first language does just that, it puts the person first and the diagnosis second. Read More