What is Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)?
Behavior Analysis is the scientific study of behavior. Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) involves the systematic application of the principles of learning and motivation derived from Behavior Analysis. These principles are directly applicable to improving socially significant behaviors. The scientific community supports that ABA interventions and strategies have a positive impact on your child’s social behavior. ABA can enhance various socially significant behaviors such as academics, social interactions, communication, daily living skills, household harmony, and personalized skills important to your child and family (Baer, Wolf, & Risley, 1987).
What is Verbal Behavior (VB)?
B.F. Skinner, a pioneering psychologist, introduced the term Verbal Behavior (VB) in 1957 after extensive research spanning decades. His work demonstrated that language is a learned behavior that can be systematically taught using the principles of ABA. At AJB, verbal behavior is a significant component of our therapy. We believe that effective communication greatly accelerates your child’s learning in all other aspects of their life. In the 1990s, Skinner’s theory of verbal behavior and language acquisition was put into practice and further popularized by Drs. Mark Sundberg and James Partington, who promoted the use of Verbal Behavior worldwide.
The Use of ABA/VB for the Treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorder
Various reputable institutions, including the U.S. Surgeon General, the American Academy of Pediatrics, the New York State Department of Health, and universities across the United States, endorse the use of ABA in addressing the typical deficits seen in children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). ABA/VB is scientifically proven to enhance social communication and social interaction and reduce limited/repetitive behaviors. In fact, ABA is the only scientifically supported treatment for effectively addressing your child’s ASD, and we at AJB are here to assist and guide you. Please watch the video and refer to the CNN article below to see the effectiveness of A and J Behavioral Health’s mission and treatment.
Video and CNN article
YouTube lecture about ABA and Autism Spectrum Disorder
Teen’s family transformed after autism intervention
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References
Baer, D., Wolf, M., & Risley, R. (1987). Some still current dimensions of applied behavior analysis. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 20, 313-327.
Skinner, B.F. (1957). Verbal Behavior. Acton, Mass: Copley.Publishing Group.