by ABA Journey | Aug 16, 2025 | Co-Occurring Autism Conditions
When a child struggles with communication, learning, and daily functioning, families may wonder: Is it autism, an intellectual disability, or both? While these two conditions can overlap, they are not the same — and understanding the difference is essential for...
by ABA Journey | Aug 15, 2025 | Co-Occurring Autism Conditions
Down syndrome and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are both lifelong developmental conditions — but they are distinct, with different causes, symptoms, and support needs. While they can occur independently, some children are diagnosed with both. This guide explains how...
by ABA Journey | Aug 14, 2025 | Co-Occurring Autism Conditions
Both auditory processing disorder (APD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can make it difficult for a child to understand spoken language. This similarity often causes confusion — are they tuning out, or truly not processing what’s said? Knowing the differences...
by ABA Journey | Aug 14, 2025 | Co-Occurring Autism Conditions
When a child struggles to speak or make their needs understood, parents often ask: Is it autism, apraxia of speech, or both? While autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and childhood apraxia of speech (CAS) are distinct conditions, they can co-occur. Understanding how they...
by ABA Journey | Aug 14, 2025 | Co-Occurring Autism Conditions
If your child with autism often seems worried, fearful, or overwhelmed by everyday situations, you’re not alone. Anxiety disorders affect 40% to 50% of autistic individuals, making them one of the most common co-occurring conditions. But anxiety doesn’t always look...
