Hey man! First of all, I just wanted to say that you are unbelievably awesome and a special gift of light to the world - every individual I've ever met with down syndrome has been the sweetest, happiest, most light-hearted and loving person and each has touched my life deeply. I got so excited when I came across this AMA - thanks so much for sharing! Looking forward to reading it all :)
I'm currently an ABA therapist working toward becoming a BCBA, and I'd have way too many questions for this thread; but, if you were to give the best piece of advice for behavior therapists or alike to most effectively help/teach individuals with down syndrome, autism, etc., what would you recommend? I know everyone differs vastly in their functioning levels and learning styles, but just wanted a personal opinion on what worked/works best for you.
Thank you again for your helpful insight and commendable bravery! I am further inspired every day by individuals amongst the autism/down syndrome community, and will continue working tirelessly to spread awareness of the beauty, not tragedy, that stems from it.
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Hey man! First of all, I just wanted to say that you are unbelievably awesome and a special gift of light to the world - every individual I've ever met with down syndrome has been the sweetest, happiest, most light-hearted and loving person and each has touched my life deeply. I got so excited when I came across this AMA - thanks so much for sharing! Looking forward to reading it all :)
I'm currently an ABA therapist working toward becoming a BCBA, and I'd have way too many questions for this thread; but, if you were to give the best piece of advice for behavior therapists or alike to most effectively help/teach individuals with down syndrome, autism, etc., what would you recommend? I know everyone differs vastly in their functioning levels and learning styles, but just wanted a personal opinion on what worked/works best for you.
Thank you again for your helpful insight and commendable bravery! I am further inspired every day by individuals amongst the autism/down syndrome community, and will continue working tirelessly to spread awareness of the beauty, not tragedy, that stems from it.
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