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ABA Therapy
What is ABA Therapy?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy is an evidence-based treatment that is focused on behavior and its consequences. It generally involves teaching individuals more effective ways of behaving through positive reinforcement and working to change the social consequences of existing behavior. ABA can be effective with:
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- decreasing challenging behaviors
- increasing functional language and independence
- teaching socially significant skills
- improving academic performance
- increasing health and wellness outcomes
- teaching self-management techniques
- training parents and caregivers on intervention strategies
Areas ABA Therapy Can Help With
Challenging Behavior
Hitting, kicking, biting, scratching, defiance, crying, tantrums, and other difficult behaviors
Daily Activities
Activities of daily living such as feeding, toileting, chores, and more
Communication
Verbal, picture communication systems, manual signs, electronic communication devices, etc
Flexibility
Targets difficulty with changes in routine, transitions, new environments, and responding to directions
Language
Skills such as identifying items and people, requesting, asking, and answering questions
Support
Caregiver support through parent training and collaboration with other health professionals
Is ABA Right for You?
ABA therapy can benefit your loved one if they:
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​- resist changes in routines
- have trouble focusing on tasks
- need help with completing daily living skills (brushing teeth, toileting, chores, etc)
- frequently become upset when told "no" or "wait"
- display little to no interest in others
- frequently repeat words or phrases heard from their environment
- demonstrate difficulty with eating and/or trying new foods
- fail to respond to their name, greetings, or directions
- have difficulty communicating effectively
- show sensitivity to loud sounds, textures, or other sensory stimuli