What is Applied Behavior Analysis?<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

\u2192 \u009eBehavior analysis is the scientific study of behavior.
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\u009e\u2192 Behavior analysts ask “Why does behavior change over time?” They seek answers by looking at the biological and environmental factors, although they are primarily interested in the role of environment in behavior change.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2192 \u009eABA is representational of a clear and systematic way to describe, observe, & measure behavior<\/span><\/p>\n

\u009e\u2192 ABA is a science that uses very specific information about behavior to choose interventions to improve socially significant behavior<\/span><\/p>\n

\n\u2192 \u009eABA is a research-based (or evidence-based)<\/span><\/p>\n

\u009e\u2192 ABA is based on applied & functional goals<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2192 \u009eABA is data-driven assessment & intervention<\/span><\/p>\n

\u009e\u2192\u00a0ABA is supportive of an individualized approach to addressing strengths & weaknesses of individuals<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2192 \u009eABA is focused on increasing maintenance, generalization, & independence<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2192 \u009eABA is a set of tools, the specific combination of which is determined based upon individual needs<\/span><\/p>\n

What ABA is Not!<\/span><\/h3>\n

\u009e\u2297 ABA is NOT a specific method for treating autism or other developmental disorders<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2297 ABA is NOT equivalent to any one strategy following ABA principles (e.g., Discrete Trial Training (DTT), Verbal Behavior Analysis (VBA)<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2297 ABA does NOT increase dependence on others<\/span><\/p>\n

\u009e\u2297 ABA research is NOT invalidated due to the focus on one child at a time (single case study)<\/span><\/p>\n

\u009e\u2297 ABA is NOT only used for behavior reduction<\/span><\/p>\n

\u009e\u2297 ABA is NOT based on aversives (punishment)<\/span><\/p>\n

\u009e\u2297 ABA is NOT based on manipulating people<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2297 \u009eABA is NOT exclusive to the treatment of autism<\/span><\/p>\n

For more information regarding ABA please contact us<\/a><\/span> or go to our resource page.<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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