Tim is 3 ½ years old. He has a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder. He has no spoken language, engages in frequent self-injurious and tantrum behaviour and his parents report that he rarely follows direction from them. He is not yet using spoon nor toilet trained. He does not play with any age appropriate toys functionally. He has no way of making choices or expressing his preferences directly to others. Tim is receiving 25 hours per week of 1:1 instruction with a team of MLS behaviour technicians who are teaching a variety of play, self-help and communication skills. His supports are delivered in the home setting for 3.5 hours each morning, Monday to Friday. The behaviour technicians focus on improving Tim’s ability to communicate his needs, […]