BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS (ABA)
- ABA is an intensive, behaviorally based treatment that uses various techniques to bring about meaningful and positive changes in the communication, social interaction, and repetitive/ restrictive behaviors that are typical of ASD.
- Each child has an individualized Intervention Plan that breaks down desired skills into manageable steps.
- Each ABA plan is designed for the individual needs of the child and will involve parent/guardian training and participation either in the home or in a clinic.
AUTISM BEHAVIORS
- Avoid eye contact and want to be alone
- Get upset by minor changes
- Have delayed speech and language skills
- Have obsessive interests
- Have trouble understanding other people’s feelings or talking about their own feelings
- Not respond to their name by 12 months
- Repeat words or phrases over and over.
