FAQ - ABA Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if ABA programming is the best thing for my child?
There is a substantial amount of research that ABA is the gold standard treatment for children with autism. ABA is endorsed by a wide array of national organizations devoted to evaluating the best treatments. It is important to visit, see our Practice in action, and make sure we are a good fit for you and your family.
Why does my child need so many hours of programming?
Implementing ABA therapy and programming over many hours has shown to lead to the best outcomes. Studies have looked at ABA programming for 25-40 hours a week compared to eclectic programming for the same amount of time and found that the ABA programming was superior in producing cognitive and academic gains.
When will my child have time to just be a kid?
Yes! Working on play and social skills is an integral part of ABA programming. The goal is for your child to have a daily routine as similar as possible to their peers. So if it is time to play, ABA programming will be working on play skills. If it is time for chores, ABA programming will be working on functional life skills. Our programming will be teaching your child how to access all of those essential “kid” skills.
I have received conflicting information about ABA, what should I believe?
Unfortunately, there are not only many misrepresentations of ABA, but there is also a lack of qualified ABA professionals in Ohio and beyond. This often leads to bad ABA experiences or misinformation. Proactive Behavior Services has worked with dozens of families that came to us after a bad experience elsewhere. We pride ourselves on being open, honest, and realistic. For more guidance, check out the blog on Misrepresentations of ABA.
