Behavior therapists frequently use ABA to treat individuals who learn and think differently, such as those who have been diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. Autism Speaks, a nonprofit that advocates for increased understanding and acceptance of people with autism, notes that positive reinforcement is a main strategy used in ABA.” (online.regiscollege.edu) ABA therapy uses positive reinforcement, such as a reward or positive affirmations, to encourage children to repeat the desired behavior. Studies have shown positivity produces better results than giving consequences or punishing a child for negative behaviors.
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