Despite the plethora of evidence for the effectiveness of ABA-based interventions, some autism rights, neurodiversity activists, and even behavior analysts have expressed concerns with ABA-based interventions as it relates to autism. Concerns have included discontent with historical events and possible harm from the procedures and goals targeted. The purpose of this talk is to examine some expressed concerns and misconceptions about ABA-based intervention and suggest productive ways of moving forward to provide the best outcomes for autistics/individuals diagnosed with ASD.
Learning outcomes:
- at the end of the presentation audience members will be able to identify three critiques of ABA-based interventions
- at the end of the presentation audience members will be able to identify three techniques to respond to critiques of ABA-based interventions
- at the end of the presentation audience members will be able to identify three ways to improve upon their behavioral intervention to minimize critiques of ABA based intervention
Credits: Act 48, EITA/Infant-Toddler, Occupational Therapy, Social Work, BACB, ASHA, PSYCH
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