Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA)
Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) is an evidence-based and scientifically supported (Grey and Hastings, 2005) method used in the treatment and management of a variety of behaviours, most notably for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The treatment can focus on improving behaviours in areas such as communication, socialization, and activities of daily living such as grooming, skill competence and gross and fine motor skills. ABA can also be used to help people who are experiencing cognitive difficulties resulting from any number of root causes, from aging to brain injuries. Typically, an ABA therapist will establish the needs of the client and from that build a program of behaviour modification based on repetition, encouragement and rewards for success (Webster, Feiler, Webster and Lovell, 2004). Through continuous evaluation a therapist can adjust or continue with the program as required.
References:
Grey, I.M. and Hastings, R.P. (2005). Evidence-based practices in intellectual disability and
behaviour disorders. Current Opinion in Psychiatry, 18, 469-475.
Webster, A., Feiler, A., Webster, V. and Lovell, C. (2004). Parental perspectives on early intensive intervention for children diagnosed with autistic spectrum disorder. Journal of Early Childhood Research, 2(1), 25-49.
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