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Can ABA Therapy Help with Screen Time Boundaries?

Managing screen time can be a big challenge for parents today, especially since they are found everywhere. TVs, smartphones, computers and tablets are omnipresent and a critical part of everyday life. These technologies help make our lives…
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Should ABA Goals Be Shared with Extended Family Members?

Parental and family involvement is key to the success of applied behavior analysis, or ABA therapy. When parents, caregivers, other family members and support personnel understand the needs of a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as well…
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What Happens if a Child Refuses Reinforcers in ABA?

Positive reinforcement is a core principle of how applied behavior analysis, or ABA therapy, is administered. Studies have proven that when a child is rewarded with something they like for successfully attempting or completing new tasks and/or…
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Can ABA Therapy Help a Child Who is Afraid of Loud Noises?

A hallmark symptom of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is sensory sensitivity issues. Some children with autism face hypersensitivity to certain sensory stimuli, while others face hyposensitivity. This could mean that they either have an aversion…
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Can ABA Therapy Be Used to Improve Table Manners?

It’s well-known that applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy) can help children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) build the communication and social skills they may face deficits with. The science-based treatment plan can also help children…
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The Ethics of Reinforcement in ABA

Applied behavior analysis, or ABA therapy, is considered the gold standard of treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). It has been praised by many professionals for how effective it’s proven to be at helping children with…