In the news | November 14, 20237 Powerful Tips for Planning Playdates for Children with Autism Playdates are an important part of childhood. They’re an opportunity to have fun, build friendships, and try new activities. For kids with autism and other developmental disabilities, playdates can be both a challenge and an opportunity to develop their social skills. Read News
Article | November 14, 2023Applied Behavior Analysis and Modern Autism Care Modern ABA evolves autism care with contemporary research and evidence-based practice. Catalight blends clinical ethics, personalization, and best practices for superior autism spectrum disorder interventions. Read article
Article | October 11, 2023Learn More About Profound Intellectual and Multiple Disabilities Explore the lives of over seven million Americans with intellectual disabilities, focusing on the one to two percent with profound intellectual and multiple disabilities (PIMD), and learn about the available treatment options and support for them and their families. Read article
In the news | October 3, 2023The Term Neurodiversity Is Good, But Not Good Enough Neurodiversity has changed how we see brain differences, but it may leave out those with significant intellectual disabilities. The article explores why the term isn’t enough. Read News
Article | September 15, 2023What’s in a Name? The History of Autism Spectrum Disorder This Catalight article traces how the name autism spectrum disorder came to be and how shifting terminology reflects changing understanding of autism over time. Read article
Article | September 14, 2023Words Matter Person-first vs. identity-first language in autism communication matters. Catalight’s guidelines promote respectful, person-centered communication for neurodiverse communities and effective advocacy in autism care. Read article
Article | July 12, 2023Is Autism Spectrum Disorder Getting Lost in Behavioral Health Care? Catalight highlights how autism spectrum disorder can be overlooked in behavioral health care, exploring gaps in diagnosis, treatment access, and long‑term support for individuals with ASD. Read article
Article | June 29, 2023Tips for Summer Trips Catalight offers practical tips to make summer trips smoother for families of children with autism and developmental disabilities, from planning routines to bringing comforting favorites and preparing for travel disruption Read article
In the news | June 27, 2023Getting Ready for Summer Camp: Tips for Parents Preparing for summer camp can be stressful, especially for parents of children with autism, but planning ahead helps. Strategies like creating schedules, visiting camps, and communicating needs can ease transitions and support success. Read News
White paper | June 27, 2023Advanced Care Solutions for Payers The Playbook for Behavioral Health Read White Paper
