Overview
This text is a useful introduction to ABA for parents and professionals working with children with autism. Successful child rearing is an essential skill for any parent. For most of us this skill is handed down from our own parents and society in general, where we bring up our children using skills based largely upon common sense and a willingness to do our best. However, when it comes to more difficult aspects of developing skills in our children, we need something more dependable than good will. Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA), the systematic implementation of scientifically proven behavioural principles offers just that. Aimed at enhancing people's lives in ways that they or their carers feel are important, it includes a variety of methods and techniques which can be used to promote, decrease or maintain skills for daily living.
Full Product Details
Author: Karola Dillenburger ,
Ken P. Kerr ,
Mickey Keenan ,
Ken P. Kerr (Director of Training of PEAT and Learning and Behavioural Consultant)
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Imprint: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Dimensions:
Width: 15.60cm
, Height: 1.00cm
, Length: 23.10cm
Weight: 0.296kg
ISBN: 9781853027789
ISBN 10: 1853027782
Pages: 176
Publication Date: 01 September 1999
Audience:
General/trade
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Professional and scholarly
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General
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Professional & Vocational
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Out of stock
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Reviews
Explains Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), the systematic implementation of scientifically proven behavioural principles to develop skills in children. [The book] concludes by pointing out that, although there is ample evidence for the effectiveness of behaviour analysis and parents' education as autism therapists, these findings have not permeated all professional circles. They emphasise the child's right to scientifically validated and effective treatment and point to some problems that parents may encounter should they decide to pursue training in the science of behaviour. -- Ace Bulletin programme descriptions are clear and helpful, with enough detail to allow replication and illustrations of programmes not working, and how they may be adapted. The authors are also right to stress the importance of UK parents having access to local support, rather than relying on infrequent visits from experts . -- Child Psychology & Psychiatry
"Explains Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), the systematic implementation of scientifically proven behavioural principles to develop skills in children. [The book] concludes by pointing out that, although there is ample evidence for the effectiveness of behaviour analysis and parents' education as autism therapists, these findings have not permeated all professional circles. They emphasise the child's right to scientifically validated and effective treatment and point to some problems that parents may encounter should they decide to pursue training in the science of behaviour. -- Ace Bulletin programme descriptions are clear and helpful, with enough detail to allow replication and illustrations of programmes not working, and how they may be adapted. The authors are also right to stress the importance of UK parents having access to local support, rather than relying on infrequent visits from ""experts"". -- Child Psychology & Psychiatry"
Author Information
Mickey Keenan is a behaviour analyst and senior lecturer in the Department of Psychology at the University of Ulster, Northern Ireland.
