For many ABA professionals, getting a learner comfortable with holding hands can be essential for safety and independence. Systematic desensitization – especially with a gentle,… Read More »4 Steps to a Successful & Gentle Approach of Systematic Desensitization for Hand Holding
Chris Topham is a behavior scientist and the owner of Celeration ABA. Along with his wife, who is also a BCBA, Chris founded Celeration ABA in 2020. Here, Chris shares his background and how he became focused on precision-based teaching.
Negative reinforcement and punishment can be confusing terms in ABA. Do you know the difference? These are some of those terms that people mix up all the time. But today, we’re going to talk a little bit more about what those terms really mean and how they should be used.
Teaching intraverbals can be hard, so we’re covering some of the best ways to teach intraverbals so we can set our learners up for success.
Wh-questions – those questions that start with “who,” “what,” “where,” “when,” and “why” – are a fundamental part of everyday communication. In ABA, teaching learners… Read More »Why Wh Manding Matters & The Essential Role of Teaching Wh-Questions in ABA
Peter Gerhardt and Shanna Bahry discuss their book, Make it Meaningful, and how to cultivate independence in the learners we work with.
Dealing with challenging behaviors can be complex, especially when those behaviors are directed toward siblings. For ABA professionals, understanding the dynamics between siblings is crucial,… Read More »A Guide for ABA Professionals to Navigate Challenging Behavior Toward Siblings
Functional communication and replacement language are important skills to work on with learners. Are you incorporating appropriate protests into these teachings?
Picture this: You’re at a friend’s birthday bash, and they display an incredible chocolate cake. It’s practically calling your name. You know dinner is… Read More »Curbing Impulses: 7 Strategies for Teaching Impulse Control
Leila Farshchian is the CEO of ABA Toolbox, a comprehensive practice management software system for agencies, schools, and private ABA practices that provide services to individuals with autism spectrum disorder.
