From Child Neurology Foundation's Weekly Opportunities and Announcements Newsletter 5.11.2021
Parenting is hard as it is. And we know that children with neurologic conditions may have more challenging behaviors.
When it comes to behavioral therapy to address some of these behaviors, Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) is often the first to spring to mind. That's because it's the go-to option offered in the United States, and it's used by both early-intervention programs and schools.
But there are alternatives to ABA. There are also new ways to approach ABA. And these options may be more effective for your child.
In our latest Insights article "We Know It Is Difficult—But Let’s Talk Behavioral Therapy," we cover information about behavior management and the different types of therapies that can help - including ABA and other alternatives. |
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Quick Recap: What is ABA Therapy? |
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ABA is a learning and behavior management therapy. It focuses on two things: - Reinforcing positive behaviors
- Decreasing unwanted or harmful behavior
ABA was developed to help children with autism. It was designed to offer these children certain skillsets. There are scientific studies proving it is effective in young children with autism. But ABA also has vocal critics and intensive ABA therapy has been questioned in recent years.
Although ABA is often the only approach offered through early-intervention programs and schools in the US, it is not standard in other countries. Several other countries are moving away from ABA and using more inclusive therapies.
Popular alternatives include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Speech Therapy and Assistive Augmentative Communication, and the Neurobehavioral Approach. |
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Thank you to our 2021 Education Partners Acadia, bluebird bio, Greenwich Biosciences, Origin, PTC and UCB. |
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CNF's Behavior Management Hub |
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Figuring out the best ways to manage difficult and challenging behaviors is a common concern we hear among our families in the child neurology community.
That's why Management Of Disruptive And Harmful Behaviors is one of our ongoing programs.
Check out the newly updated hub of resources, which includes information about: |
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