The technical definition of ABA is: “Applied Behavior Analysis is the science in which procedures derived from principles of behavior are systematically applied to improve
Autism is a complex neurological disorder affecting millions of people around the world. While it cannot be cured, it can be managed. With early diagnosis and
Verbal Behavior, also known as VB, is a method of teaching language that focuses on the idea that a meaning of a word is found in their functions. The term was coined by
When a child engages in physical aggression, an immediate response is required, especially if the target of the aggression is a person. A lack of preparedness
Behavioral interventions designed to reduce problem behavior based on why it is happening rather than what it looks like when it does occur are the most
Augmentative communication, also known as alternative communication, employs a wide range of communication forms to assist those with impairments in producing and
SCERTS is an acronym that refers to Social Communication/Emotional Regulation/Transactional Support. Social communication focuses on building communication
Helping children with autism with speech and language difficulties always starts with an evaluation by a speech-language pathologist. During this evaluation
Relationship Development Intervention (RDI) is one of the several therapies developed in helping children with Autism Spectrum disorder (ASD). It is a program focused
Being an RBT for me was extremely fun because where were you going to find a place where you can be completely silly without having to worry what people thought about you? This was the only job that made me feel like I could make a dramatic difference while being myself.
I also liked to be surrounded by people that had the same goals of wanting to help kids and the teamwork made the job much easier and more enjoyable.
Change and progress was the ultimate goal for our kiddos. The early intervention program was seriously only a miracle because I saw changes in the kiddos that from day one, you wouldn’t even recognize who they were.
Changes from being able to utter 3-4 words where they can only make a syllable from when they started, the behavior decreases in which kiddo that used to engage in 30-40 0 self-harm to only half, learning how to wait during games, table work where they use to swipe and drop to the floor if they had to.
My favorite was when the parents would tell us what amazing progress they were making at home. I used to tear up and felt for these parents so much because it was already difficult for them and now, they can trust and rely on ABA and the therapists knowing their goal was ours.
By Emma Rogers, BA, RBT
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