Learn About ABA, on Your Terms
A diagnosis is the start of a steep learning curve. CareWorks gathers the explainers, glossaries, and research you need in one place so you can move from confused to confident at your own pace, without piecing it together from a dozen browser tabs.
Start Where You Are
Three cornerstone reads that cover what ABA is, the vocabulary you will hear, and the research behind it. Pick whichever matches the question on your mind today.
Understanding ABA
A plain-language overview of what Applied Behavior Analysis is, how a session actually looks, and what to expect in the first few months of treatment.
Read the Overview
ABA Building Blocks
Every term you will hear in your child’s care explained in plain English. From discrete trial training to natural environment teaching, look up any phrase as it comes up.
Open the Glossary
Does ABA Work?
A look at the clinical evidence, what outcomes ABA actually produces, and how to read research findings without a doctorate in behavior analysis.
Read the EvidenceFresh Reads, Family-First
Practical articles from our clinical team and care coordinators on the questions families ask us most.
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Understanding Autism: General Signs to Look for in Children
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Autism Friendly Resources In Hampton Roads
Finding autism friendly resources in the Hampton Roads area may seem daunting, but you don’t have to do it alone. From sensory-accommodating…
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Navigating Virginia’s Medicaid Waivers for Autism Services
Understanding the Frustration If you’re a parent of a child with autism in the Hampton Roads region, you’ve likely experienced the confusion…
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Guide to Getting an Autism Diagnosis in Virginia
Wondering how to get an autism evaluation in Virginia for a child, teen, or adult? This guide breaks down who can diagnose…
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Signs of Autism in a Typical 2-Year-Old
The early years of a child’s life are filled with rapid development and milestones, from taking first steps to saying first words.…
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