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WHAT IS ABA?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a scientific approach that focuses on improving specific behaviors and skills in individuals with autism, enhancing their ability to communicate, socialize, and engage in everyday activities.
What ABA Therapy Involves
ABA therapy is highly individualized, catering to the unique needs and abilities of each child. The process typically involves:
Enhancing Communication and Language Skills: ABA helps children with ASD develop and improve their communication abilities. This can range from learning basic verbal skills to more complex conversations.
Social Skills Development: Social interactions are fundamental to daily life. ABA works to nurture essential social skills, allowing children to form relationships and interact more effectively with others.
Behavioral Modification: One of the primary goals of ABA is to reduce behaviors that can interfere with learning.
Skill Acquisition: ABA therapists work with children to learn new skills that are vital for independence, such as self-care, following instructions, and responding to their environment in adaptive ways.
Why ABA for Autism?
The reasons to consider ABA for a child with autism are compelling:
Evidence-Based Approach: ABA’s techniques and principles are based on scientific research and have been proven effective specifically for children with ASD.
Measurable Progress: ABA therapy is data-driven, meaning a child’s progress is continually monitored and evaluated. This approach ensures the therapy is effectively meeting the child’s needs.
Customizable Therapy: Each child with autism is unique, and so are their therapy needs. ABA programs are highly customizable, ensuring that each child receives the attention and care tailored to their specific requirements.
Holistic Development: ABA is not just about reducing challenging behaviors. It’s about overall development, helping children with ASD to grow into more independent and capable individuals.
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Raquel Gómez
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
International Behavior Analyst
Research and Studies on ABA and Autism
The Efficacy of ABA for Individuals with Autism Across the Lifespan
Read here (SpringerLink)Comprehensive ABA-based Interventions for Autism: A Meta-Analysis
Read here (BioMed Central)Applied Behavior Analysis in Children and Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Scoping Review
Read here (SpringerLin)Benefits of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy for Children
Read here (AB Spectrum)