#ABA for children

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[aloeverawrites]

We need to change how we treat people who require care as a society. There’s this “I know better then you and I’m going to force what I think is best onto this situation” attitude coming from people in a place of authority towards the people they’re supposed to care about.

There’s this paternalistic attitude towards the people they have power over, thinking like they don’t know what they want for their own lives. Like they’re just emotional and a bit stupid and their opinions on their own care is an inconvenience to those who know what they’re really doing.

I’m mostly taking about people who are meant to help disabled people like therapists, doctors and insurance providers but I’m also thinking about people meant to help children like teachers, parents etc.

Even the term “paternalistic” has this inherent sense of dehumanisation and control and it comes from a term for parent. “relating to or characterized by the restriction of the freedom and responsibilities of subordinates or dependants in their supposed interest”.

We need to have equal respect for people who are going to be primarily affected by the industries to help them as we have for the people working in these industries. So many things, forced treatment and traumatic psychiatric incarceration, Aba therapy and trauma from schools, stems from this paternalistic view and if we can address that we make so much progress on all of these issues.

[five-thousand-loaves-of-bread]

ok hopefully last post abt ABA for while

but dogs get treated better than this let’s be so fucking real

[theres-whump-in-that-nebula]

Types of Jobs on Indeed

Hiring positive, upbeat individuals with a strong work ethic. No experience necessary! Must be able to work weekends, evenings, and sell your soul to the Devil on our behalf. You’ll have lots of fun loading sixteen tons every day. Plus, you’ll get 10.50–13.90 per hour WITH A GENEROUS 30% OFF EMPLOYEE DISCOUNT

The ideal candidate for this entry-level position has a bachelor’s degree in IT (REQUIRED) and five years of experience in consumer marketing (REQUIRED). If you don’t meet the criteria, you can hop off a cliff and explode, you plebeian, you uncultured swine. It pays 12 dollars an hour, which is no better than the previous job which requires no experience or student loans to work. Because fuck you, that’s why.

18 DOLLARS AN HOUR HOT ABA CLINICS IN YOUR AREA | Have you ever wished you could work with children with autism with a caring team of professionals? Well now you can! Get hired right off the street at our brand-spanking-new ABA clinic! We’ll train you to help children with autism to follow all directions given them, without question, which is a completely normal goal to have. And no, you don’t need a bachelor’s degree, or any experience at all. This is a very good idea! You should do it because we’ll give you insurance and a 401K. Because we’re such positive people and one of the only places that’ll give uneducated people like you a living wage. Your morals or your financial security, which will it be?

Weekends-only physical therapist, 5,000 dollar sign-on! 50–60 dollars an hour! Full benefits! You’re not even remotely looking for this kind of job but we’re showing up in your search results anyway because we want to rub in how much college-educated people make compared to your lazy self. Have a lovely day! 🥰

[Job that sounds absolutely perfect for you but is located in another state]

looking for someone to edit TikTok videos remotely lol

[chronicsymptomsyndrome]

fuck ABA

that’s all thank you for listening

[slugass]

mmmm yummy aba abuse propaganda sites talking about autistic people like they don’t exist past the age of like 12 when i’m just trying to fucking google features of autism yummy yummy in my tummy!!

[theexodvs]

A critic of applied behavior analysis walks into a bar.

You know it, because they tell everyone within five minutes of entering.

[cainiine-a]

(( Johnny and Joanna have always been angry children, always getting into trouble because of how quickly they would allow themselves to get into verbal or physical fights. A raw, terrifying kind of anger that clearly proved that something was wrong. The only difference is how their parents decided to deal with that: Johnny’s mother tried to talk to him about his emotions, took him seriously and wanted to find other outlets than bloodied knuckles. One thing she constantly said was “If you have to fight, do it to keep others safe.” which is why he 100% of the time will stick up for the weak, the bullied or the underdogs. Poor Joanna, on the other hand, was expected to disregard her emotions and was told that girls are not supposed to act this way. What is wrong with you? Can’t you be normal? And she tried so many times to suppress her anger but it just broke out of her until she finally manages, losing her sense of self in the process. The first time she has ever felt like herself was when she first met Johnny; like finding your other half. ))

[barnbridges]

twofers and autism moms on the venn diagram should be like, 80% overlapping and 20% out, but it's so rare to see anyone with actual autism or awareness of that it's a fucking disability hang around the mommy circles it disappoints me endlessly.

[daisiesdontdance]

@aberrations-reality’s tags

"New (old) perspectives on self-injurious and aggressive biting" published in Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis / Nine Inch Nails- The Hand that Feeds

I was troubled to see a trend of claiming that Autistic people who do not support Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) are a group of "low-support-needs" autistics who are monopolizing the conversation and taking resources away from autistics with higher support needs—I think it is misunderstanding.

Individual positive or negative experiences with ABA are irrelevant here—the fundamental core of the therapy is behaviorism, the idea that an autistic person can be "treated" by rewarding "desirable" behaviors and punishing "undesirable" behaviors, and that an increase in desirable behaviors and decrease in undesirable behaviors constitutes successful treatment

In researching I found that ABA practitioners have published statements condemning conversion therapy. They refer to an unfortunate historical association between ABA and conversion therapy, but it is not association—ABA literally is conversion therapy; the creator of it used it to try to "cure" little boys that were too feminine.

ABA is considered "medically necessary" treatment for autism and the only "proven" treatment, in that it is proven to create decrease in "undesirable" behaviors and increase in "desirable" behaviors.

Undesirable behaviors for an autistic person might include things like stimming and talking about their interests, desirable behaviors might include eye contact, using verbal speech, playing with toys in the "right" way.

The BCBA behavior analyst code of ethics does not prohibit "aversive" methods (e.g. electric shock) to punish undesirable behaviors

The code of ethics only discusses the consent of the "client," not the person receiving the treatment

Many people will say "my child's ABA therapist would never make them repress harmless stims, give up their interests, use electric shocks...They understand the value of neurodiversity and emphasize the consent of the child..."

But consider...if nothing binds or requires an ABA therapist to treat stimming as important, nor restrains them from using abusive techniques, nor requires them to consider the consent of a person being treated, what protects vulnerable people other than luck? The ABA therapist still has an innately unethical level of power over a child being "treated."

Furthermore, consider: can a therapy built on the goal of controlling the behavior of a person who cannot meaningfully consent to it, especially without hard limits or protections on the kinds of behavior that can be coerced or controlled, ever be ethical?

I found many articles that discuss teaching "compliance" in autistic children, treating "compliance" as a reasonable goal to strive for without qualification...

The abstract of the above article struck me with a spark of inspiration. Biting is an undesirable behavior to be controlled, understandably so, since most would feel that violence should not be allowed. But I was suddenly reminded of the song "The Hand that Feeds" by Nine Inch Nails, which is a play on the saying "Don't bite the hand that feeds you," meaning don't lash out against someone that is kind to you.

But doesn't "the hand that feeds you" implicitly have power over you through being able to give or withhold food? In this case, kindness can be a form of coercion. Thus "biting the hand that feeds" is used in the song as a metaphor for autonomy and resisting coercive power. The speaker asks the audience if they have the courage to test the benevolence of their oppressors, or if they will remain compliant and unquestioning even though they know deep down that it isn't right.

Likewise the article blunders into something unintentionally poetic when it recognizes that biting is an innately possible behavior in response to "aversive" stimuli or the "removal of reinforcers." Reinforcers and aversives in ABA are discussed as tools used by the therapist—the presentation of a preferred food would be a reinforcer, for instance (and is often used as such in ABA).

The journal article considers biting as a behavioral problem, even though the possibility that someone may bite can never be eliminated. Contrastingly, "The Hand that Feeds" highlights the coercive power behind the ability to control your behavior, even when that control appears benevolent and positive, and argues that "biting the hand that feeds you" is not only a possibility but a moral imperative.

Consider: In what circumstances would you bite someone? To defend your own body? To defend your life? Are there circumstances in which biting would be the reasonable and the right action to take?

What authority decides which behaviors are desirable or undesirable, and rewards or punishes compliance or resistance? Who is an authority—your therapist? Your teacher? Your caregiver? Any adult? Any person with the power to reward or punish?

In what circumstances might compliance be demanded of you? In what circumstances would it be justifiable not to comply? What authority decides which circumstances are justifiable?

Can you imagine a circumstance where it might be important for a child to not comply with the demands of an adult? For a citizen to not comply with the demands of a government? Which authorities demand compliance in a right and just manner, and which demand compliance to things that are evil and wrong? Which authority has the power to differentiate the two? Should you trust them? Will you bite the hand that feeds you?/Will you stay down on your knees?

[dimensionalbehaviour]

Aba Therapy Bradford Ontario

Bradford, Ontario's autism behaviour consulting and caregiver-mediated early years program deliver targeted support for early childhood growth and learning.

[autismcenterofexcellence]

7 Major Benefits of Center-Based ABA Therapy for Children with Autism

The choice of the proper therapy plan for your child with autism is a critical decision. Among the different approaches, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy has proven to be one of the most effective methods. When provided in a structured center-based setting, it offers unique benefits that can significantly enhance the development and learning experiences of children with autism. 

If you’re considering a center-based ABA therapy program, here’s an insightful look at the advantages that make it a standout option for your child. 

1. Structured Environment Promotes Focus  

A center-based setting is designed especially for therapy sessions, free from all distractions that may be present in the home. The controlled environment helps a child focus entirely on his learning goals, thus optimizing the potential of each session. Consistency in the surroundings allows children to create routines, which have positive effects on their development. 

For example, a study of the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders reported that predictable and structured environments significantly decrease anxiety and increase participation for children with autism. 

2. Access to Specialized Resources and Equipment  

Center-based ABA Therapy facilities are equipped with a range of tools and resources tailored to meet the individual needs of children with autism. These resources are often difficult to replicate in a home environment. 

From sensory play areas to visual aids and adaptive learning technology, these specialized tools are designed to Enhance Skills In Communication, social interaction, and problem-solving. For example, children with autism may find it challenging to regulate their senses, for which sensory toys such as textured mats or calming lights can be used.  

3. Exposure to Peer Interaction  

One of the greatest advantages of center-based ABA therapy is that it offers a child an opportunity to engage with peers in a supported environment. Group activities or play sessions facilitate the development of social skills, which most children with autism often lack. 

This way, the children can also practice such skills as turning and talking in a group that they have learned in real-life situations. Social interaction would bring along a feeling of community as well as enhanced confidence in addressing people.  

4. Highly Trained Professionals  

ABA Center-based treatment gives children comprehensive care from certified practitioners, like Board-Certified Behavior Analysts and senior therapists. Together, the team of certified professionals develop individually designed treatment plans in response to the unique needs of a child. 

A Center-based ABA therapy also gives the reassurance of evidence-based best practice that is backed with expertise and extensive training and experience by the treating therapist.  

5. Group and Individual Sessions  

A center environment provides a unique combination of individualized instruction and group sessions. This flexibility ensures that your child's specific needs are being addressed, while also allowing them to practice learned skills in group settings. 

For example, in one-on-one session, your child may focus on behavioral goals such as making eye contact. The same skills are then applied to a group session where they relate with others, simulating actual experiences.  

6. Faster Skill Generalization  

Center-based ABA therapy employs controlled scenarios that enable a child to generalize skills. Generalization means that they can apply the learned skills in different settings. For instance, if a child learns to share during a session, then it becomes easy for them to apply the behavior at home, school, or even in public spaces. 

The advantage of such therapy is that the acquired skills are not confined to a session but rather become part of their life.  

7. Support for Parents and Families  

Many centers also have parent and family support programs to make sure you are prepared with the information and tools to extend learning at home. Often these sessions include parent training, workshops, or review of progress that keep you engaged and actively involved in your Child's Development. 

Having access to professionals who can guide you means you're never navigating this process alone—a crucial element in creating a collaborative approach to your child's therapy.  

Helping Your Child Thrive  

Center-based ABA therapy offers a unique, collaborative, structured, and highly effective approach. This promotes focus and peer interaction, making use of highly trained professionals and specialized resources that have far-reaching benefits beyond the center to develop lifelong skills and independence for children with autism. 

Looking for the right center-based ABA program for your child? The Autism Center of Excellence is here to help. Contact us to learn more about how we can craft a personalized plan for your child's growth and success.

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the other day at work my coworker was talking about her partner's little boy, who she described as severely autistic, and talked about how fond she was of him, which obviously i thought was really sweet. and then she said her previous job was in aba

[sndwave]

i feel like indeed constantly recommending literal aba autism "therapy" jobs to me should count as a hate crime

[play-based-wellness]

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