everyday aba presenation
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Presented for the group on April, 2012TRANSCRIPT
S.O.A.K Meeting4-12-12
AgendaAgenda• Introductions• History of ABA• Common Misconceptions• What is ABA?• Principles of Behavior• Domains of Instruction• Services• Insurance Information• Getting Started• Contact Information
IntroductionsIntroductions
• Jennifer Harrington, MAT, BCBA
• Tabitha Ramminger, MS, BCBA
• Caroline Lybrand, MAT
Our HistoryOur History
• Watson – S>R
• Skinner – S>R>R
• Baer, Wolf, Risley – Formal field in 1968
Common Common MisconceptionsMisconceptions
4) ABA is sitting at a table and drilling kids with flashcards.
3) ABA is bribing kids.
2) ABA is like dog training.
1) ABA is only used for kids with Autism.
Let’s Talk About Each of These MISCONCEPTIONS!
So, What is ABA?So, What is ABA?The science of manipulating
antecedents and consequences in an environment to evoke meaningful and socially
appropriate behaviors and decrease socially inappropriate or
problem behaviors while increasing the individual’s
quality of life.
In other words….In other words….We implement programs that:1.Use proactive strategies (PREVENTION)2.Focus on teaching replacement skills, that are valuable to the learner, which helps to reduce problem behaviors3.Foster independence, self-determination and advocacy4.Make the individuals life easier and better.
Behavioral ParadigmBehavioral Paradigm
Antecedent – Behavior – Consequence What happens before What happens What happens after
ABC Model
The ABC’s are all observable
AA B C B C
Some typical antecedents:Social task demands
Academic task demandsDowntime
Told wait or noTransitioning
A A BB C C
Two types of behavior:
Respondent – Reflexive and elicitedOperant – Learned and evoked
We manipulate operate behaviors by teaching skills and replacing
deficits.
A B A B CCConsequences:
Positive ReinforcementNegative Reinforcement
PunishmentExtinction
Differential Reinforcement
Domains Domains of of
InstructionInstruction
Communication
Self-Help
Leisure
Vocational
Academic
Social
Everyday ABAEveryday ABA
"Enhancing Quality of Life for Families Affected by Autism"
Everyday ABA provides direct in-home Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to a wide range of
individuals with disabilities. Using the principles of behavior, Everyday ABA
teaches relevant and meaningful skills that lead to a greater quality of life. The six core domains we
develop and implement instructional programs for are: communication, domestic living, community,
leisure, academic, and vocational.
Our ProvidersOur ProvidersBCBA – Board Certified Behavior Analyst BCaBA – Board Certified Assistant Behavior AnalystAdvanced Therapist – paraprofessional with minimum 5 years experience
Support Therapist – paraprofessional with minimum of 1 year experience
Our ServicesOur Serviceso Direct Services
• BCBA vs. Paraprofessional
o Consultations (IEPs)
o Parent Training
o Social Skills Groups
o Treatment Planning
o Supervision
Services Cont.Services Cont.Q: Where do we provide service?A: Natural settings such as:
o Homeo In the communityo Extended family members homeo Daycare
Q: Who we provide service for?A: Individuals with varying disabilities
o Autism Spectrum Disordero Asperger's o Intellectual Disabilitieso Specific Learning Disabilitieso Behavior/conduct Disorders
InsuranceInsuranceCurrently In-Network Providers for:
•United Healthcare•Cigna•Tricare•Aetna
*Must have the ABA benefit to receive services*
Getting StartedGetting Started
