WHAT IS ABA THERAPY?
Science of ABA
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a scientifically proven method for treating Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities. Behavior analysis is an approach to understanding behavior and how it is affected by the environment. In this context:
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Behavior = Actions and skills
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Environment = Any influence, physical or social, that might change or be changed by one's behavior
Research
What does research say about Autism and ABA?
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ABA is an evidence based and effective treatment for Autism Spectrum Disorders and other developmental disabilities.
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Several completed studies have demonstrated that ABA techniques can produce improvements in communication, play, self-care, school, social relationships, and employment.
American Academy of Pediatrics
The AAP published clinical guidelines for the management of autism in 2007 that were reaffirmed in 2010. The AAP states that children who receive early intensive behavioral treatment have been shown to make substantial, sustained gains in IQ (intelligence quotient), language, academic performance, and adaptive behavior as well as some measures of social behavior, and their outcomes have been significantly better than those of children in control groups.
Resources
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ABAI www.abainternation.org
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APBA www.apbahome.net
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Autism Speaks www.autismspeaks.org
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BACB www.bacb.com
