Applied behavior analysis as intervention for autism: definition, features and philosophical concepts

Authors

  • Síglia Pimentel Höher Camargo Universidade Federal de Pelotas, Pelotas, Rio Grande do Sul
  • Mandy Rispoli College of Education, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, EUA

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5902/1984686X9694

Keywords:

ABA, Autism, Intervention.

Abstract

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a lifelong pervasive developmental disorder with no known causes and cure. However, educational and behavioral interventions with a foundation in applied behavior analysis (ABA) have been shown to improve a variety of skill areas such as communication, social, academic, and adaptive behaviors of individuals with ASD. The goal of this work is to present the definition, features and philosophical concepts that underlie ABA and make this science an effective intervention method for people with autism.

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Published

2013-11-06

How to Cite

Camargo, S. P. H., & Rispoli, M. (2013). Applied behavior analysis as intervention for autism: definition, features and philosophical concepts. Special Education Magazine, 26(47), 639–650. https://doi.org/10.5902/1984686X9694

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Section

Dossier: Austism Spectrum Disorder and Special Education

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