- Providing ABA therapy in Durham, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Greensboro, and Throughout North Carolina.
- Providing ABA therapy in Durham, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Greensboro, and Throughout North Carolina.
Many autistic people have a strong fascination with trains, and this interest is often linked to how they process the world. Trains are predictable, structured, and consistent qualities that align with how many individuals with autism find comfort and focus in routines.
The movement of trains, their sounds, and even the orderliness of schedules can be deeply soothing. For some, trains provide sensory satisfaction, such as the rhythmic motion or repetitive sounds that create a calming effect. Others enjoy collecting train models, memorizing routes, or studying the mechanics all of which can build focus, memory, and confidence.
Special interests like this aren’t just hobbies, they’re powerful learning tools. Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapists often use a child’s interests, like trains, to teach communication, social interaction, and problem-solving in a way that feels engaging and natural.
At Kids n Heart ABA, we provide personalized in-home ABA therapy in North Carolina, using each child’s unique interests to spark growth and connection.
Want to turn your child’s passions into progress? Contact us today!
SOURCE:
https://www.reddit.com/r/autism/comments/15stsho/so_why_do_autistic_people_like_trains_so_much/
https://www.quora.com/My-son-likes-trains-Does-this-mean-he-has-autism
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8213190
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special_interest_(autism)
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