Handbook of Applied Behavior Analysis Interventions for Autism: Integrating Research into Practice

This handbook provides an overview of evidence-based practices in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) for individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). It covers the history, importance, and interventions of ABA, including discrete trial teaching, pivotal response training, video modeling, and more. It also addresses cultural considerations and procedural aspects of ABA interventions. It is a valuable resource for professionals in related disciplines.

Format: Hardback
Length: 634 pages
Publication date: 07 May 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive handbook delves into evidence-based practices in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) for individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). It offers a thorough exploration of the historical backdrop of evidence-based practices and their pivotal significance in various domains, including the legal system, educational environments, and factors that shape the utilization of ABA treatment for ASD. Furthermore, the book addresses a range of evidence-based and non-evidence-based ABA interventions tailored specifically for autism, along with ethical considerations related to these treatments. Additionally, it examines cultural nuances and procedural aspects of ABA interventions for autism.

Among the key ABA treatments covered in this handbook are:

Discrete Trial Teaching: This instructional approach involves systematically presenting stimuli to an individual and reinforcing desired behaviors through positive reinforcement. It helps build foundational skills and promotes generalization across different contexts.

Pivotal Response Training (PRT): PRT is a highly effective intervention that focuses on reinforcing behaviors that have the greatest impact on an individual's daily life. It utilizes environmental cues and prompts to elicit targeted behaviors and promotes their generalization across various situations.

Video Modeling: This technique involves using video recordings of individuals with ASD engaging in desired behaviors to model and teach new skills to individuals with ASD. It helps improve social communication, behavior, and learning outcomes.

Parent-Mediated Intervention: This approach involves training parents to implement ABA strategies and interventions in their daily lives with their children. It promotes parent-child bonding, enhances communication, and facilitates skill acquisition and generalization.

Early Start Denver Model (ESDM): ESDM is a comprehensive ABA intervention for infants and toddlers with ASD. It focuses on early intervention, building foundational skills, and promoting social communication and behavior.

PEAK (Program for Early Autism Intervention): PEAK is an ABA intervention designed for children with ASD aged 2-5 years. It emphasizes skill development, behavior management, and family support to enhance social communication, behavior, and learning outcomes.

PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System): PECS is a communication system that uses pictures to facilitate communication and behavior change for individuals with ASD who have limited verbal abilities. It helps build communication skills, reduce challenging behaviors, and promote social interaction.

AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication): AAC is a technology-based approach that enables individuals with ASD to communicate using alternative means, such as speech-generating devices or symbol systems. It promotes communication, language development, and social participation.

Script Fading/Activity Schedules and Differential Reinforcement/Extinction: These techniques involve gradually reducing the reliance on prompts and environmental cues to elicit desired behaviors. They promote independence, self-management, and generalization of skills across different settings.

Response Interruption and Redirection: This intervention involves interrupting undesired behaviors and redirecting the individual's attention to a more appropriate behavior. It helps reduce disruptive behaviors and promotes the development of socially acceptable behaviors.

Self-Management and Self-Monitoring: These skills involve individuals with ASD learning to identify and regulate their own behaviors, emotions, and sensory needs. They promote self-awareness, self-regulation, and independence in daily life.

The Handbook of Applied Behavior Analysis Interventions for Autism serves as an invaluable resource for researchers, professors, graduate students, clinicians, therapists, and professionals across a wide range of interrelated disciplines, including clinical child, school, and developmental psychology, child and adolescent psychiatry, social work, rehabilitation medicine/therapy, pediatrics, and special education. It provides a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of evidence-based practices in ABA, offering practical insights and strategies for effectively addressing the unique challenges faced by individuals with ASD. By embracing the principles of ABA, professionals can empower individuals with ASD to reach their full potential, enhance their quality of life, and foster meaningful social connections.

Weight: 1399g
Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030964771
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022