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What is Applied Behavior Analysis?
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Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a therapy based on the science of learning and behavior.
Behavior analysis helps us to understand:
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How behavior works
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How behavior is affected by the environment
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How learning takes place
ABA therapy programs can help:
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Increase language and communication skills
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Improve attention, focus, social skills, memory, and academics
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Decrease problem behaviors
How does ABA therapy work?
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Can be adapted to meet the needs of each unique person
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Provided in many different locations – at home, at school, and in the community
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Teaches skills that are useful in everyday life
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Can involve one-to-one teaching or group instruction
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Applied Behavior Analysis involves many techniques for understanding and changing behavior.
ABA therapy programs can help:
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Increase language and communication skills
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Improve attention, focus, social skills, memory, and academics
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Decrease problem behaviors
ABA therapy applies our understanding of how behavior works to real situations.
The goal is to increase behaviors that are helpful and decrease behaviors that are harmful or affect learning.
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