“But We Already Tried ABA”

Angela Khater, MA, BCBA, LBA Navigating autism treatment can be a confusing and difficult process, especially when challenging behavior is involved, such as aggression, self-injury, or even tantrums. For parents or teachers who deal with these behaviors, finding an evidence-based strategy that works is a must. This is often where a behavior analyst or BCBA can help, designing a custom applied behavior analysis (ABA) treatment plan to decrease those dangerous behaviors.