What is Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)?
ABA is the systematic application of basic principles of behavior that allows us to rearrange the environment to teach skills in order to maintain, decrease or increase socially significant behaviors.
What is it's purpose?
ABA is implemented with the intent of increasing socially important behaviors and decreasing undesirable behaviors.
How does ABA interface with children with autism spectrum disorders?
Children on the autism spectrum display qualitative impairments in communication, play and social skill areas. Deficits within each of the above areas are very complex. ABA allows us to break down complex skills to teachable steps.
What does ABA entail?
Through use of comprehensive assessments, skill weaknesses and strengths of clients are identified. ABA involves measuring and evaluating procedures for their effectiveness. Individualized programs are tailored to meet the needs of the child across all major skill areas. Data across programs are analyzed on a frequent basis to ensure programming effectiveness in order to maximize the child's learning opportunities. Behavior analytic programs are designed to increase desirable behaviors and decrease undesirable behaviors. |
