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Why is Ongoing Therapist Training Essential?

To work in the field of applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy), individuals need to obtain certain licenses and certifications. While the requirements for each different level of certification differ, they all include some higher education degree, specific coursework related to behavior analysis and passing an official examination. This is true whether you want to become […]

Does UnitedHealthcare Community Cover ABA Therapy in North Carolina?

If your child has autism spectrum disorder (ASD), you might be wondering whether UnitedHealthcare Community plans provide coverage for applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy). As the leading treatment option for children on the autism spectrum, ABA therapy is prized for its ability to help patients build social interaction and communication skills, while also learning how […]

How to Deal with Regression During ABA

Applied behavior analysis, or ABA therapy, is highly regarded as the leading treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Through repetition, positive reinforcement and other strategies, therapists can help children build social, communication and daily life skills, while also learning how to modify negative behaviors. Many children can show significant progress through ABA therapy […]

What Are Contingencies in ABA?

Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often struggle with communication and social skills, while also experiencing sensory sensitivities, restrictive interests and/or repetitive behaviors. These challenges that they face can be overcome in time with the help of applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy), a science-based approach to learning and behavior. At the core of ABA therapy […]

What Are the Signs That ABA Therapy is Working?

Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) who are prescribed applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy) can make major strides in multiple areas. As the leading treatment option for children with autism, ABA therapy can help build communication, social interaction and daily life skills, while also teaching children how to modify certain behaviors. ABA therapy is quite […]

What Makes ABA Therapy Ethical?

Ethics are central in applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy) in ensuring that the rights and well-being of all individuals are respected. Whether the children who get ABA therapy have autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or some other challenges, they deserve to be respected and well-cared-for at all times. ABA therapy practitioners and service providers need to […]

What is Task Analysis in ABA?

Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often struggle with communication and social interactions. They may have trouble completing daily life tasks and face challenges with sensory sensitivities. As a result, many children with autism throw tantrums and engage in other negative behaviors, some of which could be harmful to themselves or others. These challenges are […]

Why Some Behaviors Get Worse Before They Improve in ABA

Behavior modification is a key component of applied behavior analysis, or ABA therapy. Following scientific evidence and principles, therapists can create treatment plans that can target specific behavior challenges that children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may be exhibiting. Helping children with autism find acceptable and appropriate replacement behaviors is important, as it can open […]

What Happens When a Child ‘Ages Out’ of ABA Services?

Applied behavior analysis, or ABA therapy, is a proven treatment method for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). As a science-based approach to learning and behavior, ABA therapy has been shown to significantly improve a child’s communication, social interaction and daily life skills, as well as reduce instances of problematic behaviors. ABA therapy is often […]

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