It seems that come March or April, the behaviors of students become a focus of teachers and schools. I have spoken to so many parents in the last few months explaining why they need to reqeust a Functional Behavioral Analysis (FBA) for their child.

If you're a parent of a child with behavioral issues at school, you may have heard the term "functional behavioral assessment" (FBA) thrown around. But what exactly is an FBA, and why is it important? In this blog post, I'll share the red flags of an FBA that is not done correctly, how to spot if the school had not done due diligence while also discussing the importance of having a qualified person taking data, preferably a BCBA, it should include ABC data and data taken in different times of day, locations, with different people.

As parents of special kids, we often find ourselves facing the complex and overwhelming public education system. We juggle appointments, therapy sessions, and IEPs while also trying to ensure our child receives a fair and appropriate education. Amid this whirlwind, an advocate can be your guiding light, helping you traverse this tiring process.

I have hesitated writing this blog because it seems so self-serving. I am a great advocate and an advocate that will always go the extra mile. But there are many great advocates out there. However, when one of my clients told me, "I was thinking you should probably write an article or give advice on how to ... identify an advocate not doing their job (just after your money) and how to look for one with the qualities you have ... who is genuinely trying to help you..." I knew it needed to be addressed.

Executive Functioning Disorder (EFD) is akin to the maestro of cognitive abilities, harmonizing tasks like planning, organization, time management, and problem-solving. As children enter the labyrinth of middle and high school, those with EFD might find themselves struggling to keep pace with their peers.