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26 | why ABA therapy is controversial?
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ABA or applied behavior analysis therapy has become a controversial topic in the autism community. as a provider, and after listening to an immense amount of feedback in the field on this subject, I think it's important for you to understand the controversy in order to decide what's best for your family.
in this episode, we deep dive into some of the concerns about ABA therapy. my ultimate goal is that you have informed consent as a parent. and then we discuss if you choose to pursue ABA, how you can advocate for ABA to be more aligned with neurodiversity-affirming care.
this episode will help you learn:
- what ABA therapy is
- how the autistic community feels about ABA therapy
- how you can make the best decision for your child, as well as alternatives to this method of therapy
resources mentioned in the episode to learn more >>
Start Here: A guide for parents of autistic kids
Autistic Self-Advocacy Network (ASAN)
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