Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
The science of human behavior
As the name implies, Applied Behavior Analysis analyzes behaviors, both appropriate and inappropriate. ABA is often used to address behavior and teach skills to children with Autism but is effective in changing all human behavior in children and adults. Research in applied behavior analysis ranges from behavioral intervention methods to basic research which investigates the rules by which humans develop and maintain behavior. Through the use of Applied Behavior Analysis strategies, behaviors may be increased, decreased, or otherwise modified. Through observation, it has been concluded that ALL behaviors serve a function. By functionally assessing the relationship between a child's behavior and the environment, the methods of ABA can be used to change that behavior.
ABC's of Behavior
Functions of Behavior
Effects that consequences have on behavior
These basic ABA principles and strategies enable you to:
•Identify specific variables that are maintaining problem behaviors
•Change consequences to decrease future problem behavior
•Provide children with alternative positive behaviors to use for getting their
wants and needs met
•Use reinforcement to increase positive behaviors
Why should parents or teachers learn about ABA?
•Extensive research proves the effectiveness of Applied Behavior Analysis principles
and strategies.
•After parents, teachers spend the most time interacting with a child.
•Parents are the child’s lifetime teacher.
ABC's of Behavior
Functions of Behavior
Effects that consequences have on behavior
These basic ABA principles and strategies enable you to:
•Identify specific variables that are maintaining problem behaviors
•Change consequences to decrease future problem behavior
•Provide children with alternative positive behaviors to use for getting their
wants and needs met
•Use reinforcement to increase positive behaviors
Why should parents or teachers learn about ABA?
•Extensive research proves the effectiveness of Applied Behavior Analysis principles
and strategies.
•After parents, teachers spend the most time interacting with a child.
•Parents are the child’s lifetime teacher.