Autism is often thought about in terms of the limitations that it puts on individuals. People who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) certainly face challenges that many of their neurotypical peers don’t, such as with communication, social interactions and sensory sensitivities. At the same time, people on the autism spectrum possess extraordinary abilities. […]
Many medical and mental health professionals refer children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) for applied behavior analysis. ABA therapy, as it’s also called, is considered the gold standard of treatment options for children with autism. The science- and evidence-based approach to learning can help children build the social and communication skills that they often struggle […]
Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) face many common struggles that can affect them in their daily lives. While there are different degrees to which their symptoms may affect them, two of the most common things they typically struggle with are social interactions and communication. These deficits can often affect different aspects of life that […]
The teenage years are quite formative in a person’s life. They are met with a lot of new things, whether that be in their own personal physical development, what they’re exposed to, extra freedoms they get and the fact that they usually start thinking about their long-term future. For many teenagers, this part of their […]
Applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy) is the leading treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Incorporating repetition, positive reinforcement and many other strategies, therapists can help their patients build the social, communication and daily life skills that they may struggle with. Leading most ABA therapy plans is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, or BCBA. […]
Many people who work in the field of behavioral analysis desire to one day become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Obtaining this certification through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) takes years of schooling and supervised fieldwork, as well as successfully passing an examination. A major reason why becoming BCBA-certified is so appealing is […]
With so many different acronyms in healthcare, it can be difficult sometimes for people outside the field to understand the differences between them. This is the case with applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy), which is the leading treatment program for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). In ABA therapy, there are many different certifications that […]
If you work in the behavioral analysis industry, you probably consider obtaining certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to be a significant accomplishment. For many, this is the pinnacle of achievement within the industry, especially for those who work administering applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy) for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). BCBA […]
Applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy) is widely regarded as the best treatment option for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). As such, it is commonly recommended for children with ASD, no matter where they fall on the autism spectrum. That’s because ABA therapy is so flexible and customizable. It is catered to each individual child’s […]
