Dr. John Carosso

Dr. John Carosso

326 posts
Autism: Squirt in the face for misbehavior?
Autism

Autism: Squirt in the face for misbehavior?

Should aversive techniques like water squirting be used with autistic children? The answer is no. Learn about ACP's positive, evidence-based behavioral approach.

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Helping Children deal with loss, tragedy, and fears
Anxiety

Helping Children deal with loss, tragedy, and fears

Tragedy happens: what can we say? Whether it’s a school shooting, car crash, natural disaster, or a natural death of a loved one, we must regularly face the pain of tragedy and loss.

3 min read
Autism: When is it good to talk to yourself?
Autism

Autism: When is it good to talk to yourself?

Self-talk in autism often serves a real cognitive function. Learn when it helps, when it hinders, and how Autism Centers of Pittsburgh approaches individualized support.

1 min read
Autism Center of Pittsburgh!!
Autism

Autism Center of Pittsburgh!!

Autism Centers of Pittsburgh has grown from a single announcement to a full-service autism specialty practice. Visit acpitt.com to learn about current services.

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Improve Your Child’s Community Behavior
ADHD

Improve Your Child’s Community Behavior

No Drama Outings: As many of you are too well aware, taking your kids out to the store, or restaurant, can be as adventure-packed as any Indiana Jones movie.

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DSM-V and Autism: Don't Fret
Autism

DSM-V and Autism: Don't Fret

When DSM-5 autism changes were announced, many families worried. Learn what actually happened, and how ACP provides current, accurate autism evaluations.

1 min read
ADHD: Top 5 Tips / new ADHD E-Pamphlet
ADHD

ADHD: Top 5 Tips / new ADHD E-Pamphlet

Hair-loss prevention The behavior of children with attention deficit and hyperactivity can cause parents to pull out their hair. So, before you become bald,

2 min read
Ten Tips for Managing Meltdowns
Autism

Ten Tips for Managing Meltdowns

It’s not uncommon that kids may become overly emotional, even tantrummatic at times. Parents typically ignore such behavior and send the child to their room to calm, which can be an effective and appropriate strategy.

3 min read