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Narrative

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a scientific approach to understanding behavior. ABA refers to a set of scientific principles that focus on how behaviors change, or are affected by the environment, as well as how learning takes place. The term behavior refers to everything we do, our actions, and what we say. ABA sessions involve targeting socially significant behaviors for change. Most goals worked on during ABA sessions include increasing communication, social skills, play skills, independent skills, and daily living skills. If there are challenging behaviors that can cause harm to the individual or others, or that interfere with learning or socialization, those behaviors will be targeted for decrease.

Skills assessments measure specific skills across a variety of age appropriate responses. Most assessments focus on verbal communication, play skills, other social skills, and independent living skills. The skills are measured and are used to establish baselines, what the individual can demonstrate without being taught, and which skills should be targeted for acquisition. The results of the assessment are used to establish goals the individual will work on during their ABA sessions.

Service Types

• Skills Training
• Socialization Activities

Program Type

• Applied Behavior Analysis

Populations Served

• Autism Spectrum

Ages Served

Accessibility Features

• Accessible Parking
• Accessible Restrooms

Additional Information

• Fees: MassHealth, Private Insurance