Applied Behavior Analysis

Behavior therapies may vary depending on the case. When he speaks of children with a disability development refers to the Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA). The behavior analysis has been applied in various areas, ranging from special education, therapy of psychological disorders, and even in the organization of companies. The origin of behavior analysis comes from the years 50 and 60, with analysts such as Donald Baer and Montrose Wolf (Alberto & Troutman, 2012). Later in the years 60 and 70, becomes ABA to the treatment of serious delays in the development. Here, we could mention Ivar Loovas. He was the pioneer in the application of the ABA to autism. He was the first to demonstrate that the conduct of children could be modified through a
The first thing to do is to identify the problem behavior. Then, the dimensions of the problem behavior are established objectively. What is the frequency or intensity is observed undesirable behavior? The next step is to carry out analysis of contingencies. What controls the behavior? Then, we proceed to establish terminal behavior, which sets out the target behavior. Finally, select the appropriate procedure to follow. What is the most appropriate procedure to produce desired characteristics
Respect is a value and as such, it is necessary to teach through example and it should be an initial work in the parents. Then try to modify this important feature in the school and the teacher. Provide aid, diminishing it progressively. Use the positive reinforcements.
Positive reinforcement. Respect and good communication between teacher and student should be the beginning of positive changes in behavior. Uses positive strategies, not punitive or negative, that allows them to children process what they were taught. Facilitate their development, helping you to acquire a high degree of independence and the highest quality of life.
Routine and study habits. Establish, continuously, a place and fixed schedule. Consider the environment to promote and stimulate the desire to study. Breaks down the different skills in small separate tasks (e.g. Language: Repeat-draw-imitate). Check the disturbed behaviors and self-stimulatory to achieve learning. Teach a sub-skill until it is dominated. Allow the practice repeated over a defined period of time. Therefore, our final goal is to achieve autonomy and quality of life, for both the children and their families, providing advice to parents, family members and people close to the child with regard to their development and