Key Takeaways A Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) identifies the reasons behind challenging behaviors, focusing on the “why” rather than just the “what.”
Key Takeaways Community-Based Instruction (CBI) helps learners practice ABA therapy skills in real-life settings, making them more functional and transferable. Practicing skills
Key Takeaways Reinforcement is a core part of ABA therapy, motivating learners to engage, practice, and build new skills. Rotating reinforcers prevents
Key Takeaways Potent reinforcers are highly motivating and can significantly accelerate learning in ABA therapy. Their value changes over time, so ongoing
Key Takeaways Reinforcement should be specific, immediate, and tailored to each learner. Data is your guide. If a reinforcer stops working, switch
Key Takeaways Differential reinforcement encourages positive behavior by reinforcing what you want to see more of—and withholding reinforcement from problem behaviors. There
Key Takeaways Shaping breaks down complex behaviors into achievable steps, building skills gradually and reducing frustration. Prompting provides needed support during learning
Key Takeaways Generalization turns learning into real-life behavior. Skills taught in therapy must be usable at home, in school, and out in
Key Takeaways Task analysis breaks down complex skills into manageable, teachable steps. It supports individualized, data-driven teaching in ABA therapy. The technique
Key Takeaways Giving clear and consistent verbal or visual cues helps children anticipate upcoming transitions and reduces anxiety. Using “First/Then” statements can
Key Takeaways Self-injurious behavior (SIB) is often a form of communication or self-regulation.Children may hurt themselves to escape discomfort, seek sensory input,
Key Takeaways A token economy is a structured reinforcement system that rewards desired behaviors with tokens that can be exchanged for meaningful