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How to Know if an ABA Goal is Too Easy (or Too Hard)

Goals are a significant part of applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy). After an initial period of assessments, evaluations, observations and discussions, the therapy team will create specific goals for each individual patient that target certain…
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The Role of ABA Therapy in Summer Camp Preparation

Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are known to thrive when they have daily routines. When children with autism know what to expect and are able to predict what’s happening and when, they’re more likely to feel comfortable and…
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What a ‘Break’ Really Means in ABA (And Why It’s Not Just Free Time)

There are many essential skills that applied behavior analysis, or ABA therapy, teaches children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This includes social, communication and daily life skills, in addition to learning how to modify certain behaviors…
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How to Create an ABA-Friendly Birthday Party

Birthday parties are typically very exciting for children. They look forward to attending them for their friends and family members, and get even more excited when the party is celebrating their birthday. For children with autism spectrum…
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Is ABA Therapy Effective for Children with Dual Diagnoses?

Applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy) is commonly considered to be the most effective treatment option for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The science-based approach to learning helps children with autism improve their social,…
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Can ABA Therapy Be Done Virtually or Through Telehealth?

Virtual and telehealth services exploded as a necessary and viable alternative to in-person healthcare visits out of necessity during the COVID-19 pandemic. Luckily, technology had advanced enough in the years leading up to the pandemic that…