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              What is autism spectrum disorder?


              Autism spectrum disorder, refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech, and nonverbal communication, as well as by unique strengths and differences. We now know that there is not one autism but many types, caused by a combination of genetic and environmental influences.

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              What is Applied Behavior Analysis?


              Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a scientific based learning program, which teaches a learner to learn through repetition and reward. When a behavior is rewarded through praise, added attention or something tangible, the learner will associate that behavior with something good, causing the learner to want to repeat that learned behavior more frequently.

              What should I do if I suspect my child may have autism?

              Don’t wait. Talk to your doctor or contact your county’s Early Intervention Services department about getting your child screened for autism.


              How does ABA therapy work?

              Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a scientific based learning program, which teaches a learner to learn through repetition and reward. ABA focuses on the relationship between behavior and the environment then functionally assesses that relationship to ensure interventions will result in behavior change. Expected outcomes when using an ABA approach are to increase or decrease the target responses and behaviors. Outcomes and treatment goals rely on direct and indirect observations and data collection by those working with the child.


              What are examples of treatment activities, interventions and goals?

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              • Task analysis: for life skills which interfere with the child’s ability to function within the home or school setting (such as teeth brushing, tying shoes, making the bed, preparing a small meal, dressing oneself, picking out appropriate clothing, etc.)
              • Safety awareness – interventions to target behaviors that place the child at risk of harm, such as elopement, wandering, eating non-edible items, etc.
              • Social skills - activities involving appropriate peer to peer interactions, conversational exchanges, eye contact, working within a group setting, etc.

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              • Compliance training - activities such as practicing ways to accept “no,” remaining with a group/teacher, transitioning between activities, utilizing appropriate replacement behaviors/coping skills, etc.
              • Communication – targeting and decreasing maladaptive behaviors in which the child currently uses to communicate (self-injurious behavior, aggression, etc.) while increasing appropriate communication skills.

              Matrix Behavior Solutions, LLC

              Office Phone: External link opens in new tab or window570-234-3989 | Office Fax: 570-209-5781 | Email: info@matrixaba.com


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              Monroe County

              175 East Brown Street, Suite 202
              East Stroudsburg, PA 18301

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              Pike County

              510 Route 6 & US 209, Suite 104
              Milford, PA 18337

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              Carbon County

              281 N Twelfth Street
              Lehighton, PA 18235


              We are community based and are committed to opening an Office and Centers in every county we are approved to provide services.

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