Is ABA Therapy Harmful? Parents of children diagnosed with Austism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) often ask their pediatricians “is ABA therapy harmful?”. Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is a type of therapy that is commonly diagnosed to treat children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The therapy is based on the principles of behaviorism and involves breaking…
The best new career option for psych majors Are you a psychology major wondering about the best career path to pursue with your psych degree? Look no further. In this article, we’re going to introduce you to a dynamic and rapidly growing career option that not only aligns perfectly with your psychology background but also…
Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Interventions (NDBI) are at the intersection of behavioral and developmental approaches to early intervention. NDBIs are research-based interventions derived from the science of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Developmental Psychology. These interventions integrate components from both fields and leverage the strengths of each perspective to serve young children from birth through age…
Let’s have a chat about communication! But not just any chat – because the world of verbal behavior is so much more than just speaking aloud. Verbal behavior includes a range of ways we convey messages, from speaking and signing to using pictures, pointing, writing, typing, and even gesturing. It also encompasses behaviors like crying…
