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Strategies for Regaining Instructional Control

Applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy) has long been considered to be the best treatment option for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Using a wide range of strategies and tools, therapists can help children address deficits with…
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Teaching Children to Say ‘I Need a Break’

Everyone needs a break from time to time. Being able to step away from what one is doing if it’s causing stress and anxiety or if it’s becoming overwhelming and confusing is essential in calming down, centering oneself and allowing your…
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ABA Techniques to Teach Map Reading and Directions

Physical maps may not be nearly as important and prominent as they once were, but learning how to read them to navigate directions is still an essential skill. Even though smartphones provide step-by-step visual and spoken directions, there…
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Reinforcement for Teaching Abstract Reasoning

Abstract reasoning is a key aspect of overall cognitive development. It plays a crucial role in adaptive functioning, reasoning, problem-solving and more. Thinking in abstract terms can be challenging for children, especially those…
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What Happens in Your First ABA Session?

When children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) begin receiving applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy) treatment, it represents a significant milestone — not only for them but for their families. After receiving their child’s autism…
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Inter-Response Time (IRT) in ABA

Applied behavior analysis, or ABA therapy, is an evidence-based approach to learning and behavior. As it’s rooted in scientific principles, there is real-world data that shows how effective it can be at treating children with autism spectrum…