Applied Behavior Analysis ( ABA )
Q include playing as part of relationship building and as a means of data collecting for your therapist to discover your child ’ s likes and dislikes . As therapy progresses and your child becomes familiar with their therapist , treatment will intensify to maximize your child ’ s potential while monitoring for treatment fatigue .
How is it decided what skills should be taught ?
A ABA therapy aims to improve adaptive , social , and communications skills and provide parents / caregivers with the necessary tools to improve day-to-day quality of life . Deciding what skills should be taught through ABA therapy is determined by a consultation with parents / caregivers and therapists in conjunction with a thorough evaluation of the child . Evaluation helps identify what behaviors the child may need assistance with and what skills can be taught .
Angela West , MS , BCBA , LBA serves as Chief Clinical Officer of Behavioral Framework , a company serving autistic children in Maryland and Virginia through the latest science and Applied Behavioral Analysis ( ABA ) therapy techniques .
Angela is Board Certified and licensed as a Behavior Analyst in both Virginia and Maryland . She has a long history of developing and expanding ABA programs in both Maryland and Northern Virginia . Angela ’ s devotion further led her to meet with key local and state government stakeholders and lobby on behalf of ABA Medicaid funders to ensure ABA treatment reaches all families .
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Why might parents want to consider an ABA approach for their child ?
A Applied behavior analysis ( ABA ) is a proven , research-based therapy that helps improve learning , social , and communication skills . Though also utilized in treating other conditions , many experts consider ABA therapy the primary and most effective treatment for those diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder ( ASD ).
There are many benefits to ABA therapy , including , but not limited to , providing parents / caregivers with techniques and tools to improve interactions within the family , manage and adjust challenging behavior , and teach functional skills .
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