By Jeridith Lord, LCPC, BCBA Dignity can be described as being worthy of honor and respect. By simply existing, we are all worthy of being treated with dignity. Yet, how do we ensure that we are treating others (especially our … The post Ensuring Client Dignity appeared first on Different Roads to Learning Blog ..read more

By Alicia Marshall, MAT, BCBA LBS One of the most appealing aspects of entering the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is that analysts and technicians have the opportunity to work in a variety of settings. It is common for … The post Setting Expectations in Various ABA Settings appeared first on Different Roads to Learning Blog ..read more

Over the years, I’ve seen several behavior intervention plans written and implemented. Typically, these plans include reinforcement for the desirable behavior, but I see the same mistakes crop up again and again. Here are a few common mistakes in implementing … The post Common Mistakes In Implementing Reinforcement appeared first on Different Roads to Learning Blog ..read more

By Ashleigh Evans, MS, BCBA Have you ever been in an uncomfortable situation? Were you able to freely leave or voice your concerns and have them respected? Imagine being unable to communicate your discomfort or disagreement with the situation while … The post Securing Assent in ABA Therapy appeared first on Different Roads to Learning Blog ..read more

By Ashleigh Evans, MS, BCBA, reposted from the Different Roads Archives Children with autism and other neurodivergence commonly struggle with transitions. The shift from summer to the start of a new school year is one of the most challenging transitions. … The post Supporting Your Clients During the Back-to-School Season: 4 Strategies BCBAs can Implement for a Smooth Transition appeared first on Different Roads to Learning Blog ..read more

By Nahoma Presberg, MS BCBA NYS-LBA What do you do in ABA therapy, anyways? You might get this question a lot as a BCBA, and for good reason! ABA is a powerful technology that can be used to teach so … The post Putting Together an ABA Curriculum appeared first on Different Roads to Learning Blog ..read more

This month’s ASAT feature comes to us from Julie Ashkenazi, MS, BCBA, Synthesis Behavior, and Lisa Tereshko, PhD, BCBA-D, Endicott College. To learn more about ASAT, please visit their website at www.asatonline.org. You can also sign up for ASAT’s free newsletter, Science in Autism … The post Treatment Summary: Peer Modeling appeared first on Different Roads to Learning Blog ..read more

By Sam Blanco, PhD, LBA, BCBA, Originally Posted October 11, 2018 Recently I was working with a parent who was using a Time Timer with her son to help him recognize when it was time to get ready for bed. … The post Implementing the Intervention… Even When Things are Going Well appeared first on Different Roads to Learning Blog ..read more

By Anika Hoybjerg, PhD, EdS, BCBA-D, LBA and Casey Barron, BCBA, LBA MOTAS Creation Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is an evidence-based practice commonly used when working with individuals who are on the autism spectrum. In ABA treatment, criterion referenced … The post Why the MOTAS Was Created   appeared first on Different Roads to Learning Blog ..read more

Author Anika Hoybjerg discusses the importance of selecting meaningful goals. By Anika Hoybjerg, PhD, EdS, BCBA-D, LBA and Casey Barron, BCBA, LBA  As professionals in applied behavior analysis and related fields, it is our greatest privilege to work with those … The post Using the MOTAS and LOOP: Selecting Meaningful Goals appeared first on Different Roads to Learning Blog ..read more