It seems like everyone is talking about autism lately. But how much do you really know about this developmental disability? Below is an overview to help you learn more about what causes it, how it affects people and what treatment options are available. Autism as a Lifelong Condition Autism spectrum disorder, also known as ASD …

Catalight’s Vice President of Clinical Excellence Lindsey Sneed, Ph.D., BCBA-D, is already at her dream job helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) choose their path to wellbeing. Over the past four months, she’s been published twice – for studies showing autistic children need less hours of treatment than previously thought and on the statistical analysis of …

Time in front of screens is impossible to avoid. In the ever-expanding world of technology, parents find themselves navigating the intricate balance of allowing their children to benefit from screens while ensuring developmental essentials are not compromised. For parents of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs), such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD), the challenge …

As a parent, identifying a behavioral health partner who fits your family’s needs can be challenging. But, with help from trusted resources, you can find qualified professionals with the experience, skills and knowledge needed to set your child and family up for long-term success. Ask for Provider Recommendations Before your child begins any type of …

If you suspect your child has a developmental disability like autism spectrum disorder (ASD), you may be wondering what to do next. Trust your instincts and act early as it can make a big difference.  A professional evaluation is the crucial first step, so talk to your child’s pediatrician. They can conduct a developmental and …

For behavioral health providers, it can be tough juggling the never-ending list of things to do. In between paperwork and staffing challenges, providers have to keep up with changing regulations and the latest treatment approaches. While managing these important aspects of business is important, it takes away valuable time that could be spent supporting clients …

Words are important. In telling a person’s story, we want to make sure that person’s preference on how they’re portrayed is upheld. It’s necessary, however, to have a baseline direction for language use for articles, copywriting, news, presentations, social media and other forms of communication. As such, we’ve developed the Catalight Language Guidelines to serve …