What is ABA?

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a therapeutic method, which focuses on improving specific behaviors, such as social skills, communication, reading, and academics as well as adaptive learning skills, such as fine and gross motor dexterity, hygiene, grooming, domestic capabilities, punctuality, and job competence. ABA is effective for children and adults with underlying psychological disorders in a variety of settings, including schools, workplaces, homes, and clinics. It has also been shown that consistent ABA can significantly improve behaviors and skills and decrease the need for special services and has been shown to improve independent living skills. The Goal of ABA Therapy is applying our understanding of how behavior works to real situations. The goal is to increase behaviors that are helpful and decrease behaviors that are harmful and affect learning and independence.