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Within Applied Behavior Analysis there are two types of reinforcement: positive and negative. Reinforcement is used to help increase the probability that a specific behavior will occur in the future b...
Understanding and addressing challenging behaviors in young children involves recognizing that these behaviors often serve as communication tools. In this blog post, we will explore the concept of fun...
Within Applied Behavior Analysis there are two types of reinforcement: positive and negative. Reinforcement is used to help increase the probability that a specific behavior will occur in the future b...
Below is a step-by-step guide for parents and teachers, highlighting how positive reinforcement can be a powerful tool in fostering skill development in young children.
Step 1: Choose the Skill Wisel...
An establishing operation is an event that momentarily alters the reinforcing effectiveness of a stimulus. For example, drinking water after eating salty food. The salty food momentarily increased t...
Teaching young children new skills can be an exciting and rewarding experience, especially when approached with a structured method like task analysis. In this blog post, we will explore how parents a...
BCaBA stands for Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst. This level of certification requires an undergraduate degree, courses related to behavior analysis, supervised practice and passing of an e...
As parents and teachers, navigating the realm of challenging behaviors in children can be both perplexing and demanding. Why does my child act this way? Why do we, as individuals, engage in certain be...
RBT stands for Registered Behavior Technician. RBT’s are paraprofessionals who practice under the close supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and/or a Board Certified Assistant Beha...
Teaching communication skills to young children is a crucial aspect of their early development. One essential communication skill is the ability to express needs and wants, known as manding. In this b...
In this blog post, we'll delve into the four functions of behavior, shedding light on why children with autism engage in challenging behaviors and how Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) can play a crucia...
BCBA stands for Board Certified Behavior Analyst. When you see that a professional is a BCBA it means that they not only have a masters degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from an accredited program b...
