Throughout decades, new intervention methods for ASD have emerged one after another, but the effectiveness of these treatments remains controversial. Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is considered by most as the “gold standard” therapy for autism; it is evidence-based, scientifically-proven and has come from decades of scientific research. However, there are still controversy around ABA therapy.
This is because not all ABA are the same! Some believed that children become “robotic” through ASD teaching methods, and this misconception came from poor quality ABA that is extremely rigid, protocol driven, and adherent to a set of pre-determined rules, regardless of the child. ABA can take a variety of different forms depending upon the technique, approach and skills in implementation by the therapists. Therefore, it is crucial for parents to understand the component of high-quality ABA and the skills a therapist needs to provide high-quality ABA.
APM is a progressive model of ABA, that is highly individualized, child friendly, holistic and focused on “in-the-moment analysis” and “clinical judgement”.
With over 45 years of research and effective clinical practice and with centers located in 14 cities, Autism Partnership provides APM treatment for individuals with ASD. In contrast to conventional ABA, the APM is a highly flexible, yet systematic and compassionate approach meeting the individual needs. Our approach to intervention applies sound teaching principles of learning to help children succeed.
When considering ABA therapy for a child with autism, parents often ask: “How many hours should my child receive?” It’s an important question, and the answer can make a substantial difference. While every child is unique, decades of research has shown the intensity of therapy matters. A major study published in 2017 by Linstead […]
When considering ABA therapy, the first questions are often about hours, goals, or cost. There is another overlooked factor that may be even more important: Who is delivering the therapy? An exemplary case study published in 2020 by Ferguson and colleagues at Autism Partnership Foundation showed just how much of a difference the quality and […]
If you’ve ever wondered whether how ABA is delivered really makes a difference, new research has provided a clear answer: Yes, it absolutely does. In 2022, a team of researchers, led by Dr. Christine Milne, in collaboration with Dr. Ronald Leaf, Dr. Justin Leaf, Dr. John McEachin, and others, published a study that directly […]
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