What is ABA?
Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) is not a technique but a system of autism treatment based on behaviorist theories which, simply put, state that behaviors can be taught through a system of rewards and consequences.
The *Lovaas Institute explains the concept in this way:
ABA is not restricted to only one technique in the delivery of intervention plans for children with Autism. As a matter of fact, various techniques are employed such as Discrete Trial Teaching, Pivotal Response Training, PECS, Picture Activity Schedules, Functional Communication Training. All of which are effective techniques that utilize the principles of ABA.
The *Lovaas Institute explains the concept in this way:
- Applied - principles applied to socially significant behavior
- Behavioral - based on scientific principles of behavior
- Analysis - progress is measured and interventions modified
ABA is not restricted to only one technique in the delivery of intervention plans for children with Autism. As a matter of fact, various techniques are employed such as Discrete Trial Teaching, Pivotal Response Training, PECS, Picture Activity Schedules, Functional Communication Training. All of which are effective techniques that utilize the principles of ABA.
ABA Builds:
- Cognitive development
- Attention to social stimuli
- Imitation skills
- Language and comprehension
- Appropriate play
- Social interaction skills
- Academic kills
- Self help skills
How it Works
- The person's individual strength and challenges are assessed.
- The person's abilities are then used to acquire new skills.
- Each skill is broken down into manageable steps then chained with other steps until an entire skill is learned.
- Learned skills are applied to more complex situations and in new settings and environments so that skills can be mastered.
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