What is ABA?
Applied Behavior Analysis is the application of techniques based on scientific principles of behavior to improve socially important behaviors and decrease problematic behaviors to a meaningful degree (Cooper, Heron, Heward 1987).
What is Autism?
''Autism is a complex developmental disability that typically appears during the first three years of life and is the result of a neurological disorder that affects the normal functioning of the brain, impacting development in the areas of social interaction and communication skills.''
What is a BCBA?
A Board Certified Behavior Analyst is a professional who has expertise in conducting behavioral assessments, interpreting data; developing and supervising behavior intervention
programs.
Treatment for Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities through research-based educational and behavioral services provided by a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst. Video Modeling, Toilet Training and Applied Behavior Analysis.
HELP OBTAIN INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR ABA!!
The Autism Society of Middle Tennessee and the Tennessee Disability Coalition are working together to gather information about the current effectiveness of the Autism Equity Act. There are several bills before the General Assembly this year that would have ABA become a covered service.
Please take a minute to fill out their survey: Autism Equity Act Questionnaire
and email to: asmt@tnautism.org
The VB-MAPP is here!
