Most parents and teachers are familiar with the concept of reinforcement in ABA therapy. However, they may not be as familiar with the term "generalization." Generalization in ABA therapy is defined as the process by…
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According to the National Institute on Deafness and other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), nearly one in 12 American children aged 3 to 17 has experienced a voice, speech, language, or swallowing disorder in the last year.…
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ABA, or Applied Behavior Analysis, is a treatment for autistic children that focuses on a wide range of socially meaningful behaviors. The most important goals of ABA are facilitating the development of new capabilities, shaping…
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A child's Autism diagnosis can invoke the feeling of uncertainty, & anxiety in the parents. Often the parents may become concerned about their child's future welfare, whether the condition will hold their child back from…
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Report Details DoD’s Misuse of Science to Make Case The Department of Defense (DoD) is bending science to justify cutting critical, medically necessary services for military children with autism to save money, according to a…
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A concern parents of children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder often experience is in the area of feeding and nutrition. Initially, it may seem as though a child is just being difficult or a picky…
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Inclusion had its roots in the 1970s and 1980s when education reformers sought to address the issue of isolation in schools. The goal was to create an inclusive educational environment where all students, regardless of…
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The BACB's RBT Task List (2nd Ed.) is a guide that lists the tasks an individual should perform as part of the behavior intervention process. This guide is used to help train and certify individuals…
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Evidence-Based Practice, otherwise known as EBP, is any practice that relies on methods which have been empirically validated - tested & approved. In other words, it is the use of tested approaches when treating a…
Read MoreThis page provides links to websites with information on laws to license or otherwise regulate practitioners of applied behavior analysis (ABA). For each jurisdiction, a link is provided to the website of the regulatory body…
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