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
Homeschooling Your Child with Autism 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
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
Why is Autism called Autism Spectrum Disorder? July 13, 2020 | Julia Hood, Ph.D., LP, BCBA-D, NCSP Each individual with autism is unique. Click to read more about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and who people use this term when they talk about autism. 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