What is ABA?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is an evidence-based approach for autism treatment. ABA strategies are used to develop individualized goals that focus on developing social validity and adaptive skills. ABA focuses on identifying the function of the behavior and designing interventions to facilitate appropriate behavior and extinct inappropriate behavior.
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Is ABA used exclusively for children with Autism?
No, children with various emotional, cognitive, and behavioral disorders benefit from ABA techniques. Applied behavior analysis helps children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder develop self-control and curb impulsive behaviors. Behavior Analysts help children with obsessive-compulsive disorder overcome repetitive actions and anxiety. ABA can be used to treat post-traumatic stress disorder. Applied Behavior Analysis can help in treating behavior needs of children with bipolar disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, and conduct disorder.