Abstract
Interventions based on the principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA) have been found to be effective for targeting skills across multiple domains for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Interventions address critical skills including increased communication, adaptive and social behavior, as well as reductions in challenging behavior. Targeting these skills leads to increased independence and improved quality of life for children with ASD. Behavior analytic services may be offered in multiple settings including various types of clinics, schools, and in the home. Given that children with ASD often receive services from different service providers, it is imperative for those providing behavior analytic services to collaborate with others to provide optimal care for the child and family. Behavior analysts have a specific skill set and expertise that allows them to provide valuable contributions while participating as a member of an interdisciplinary team. This chapter will outline the implementation of ABA services across settings and describe the way in which caregivers and other professionals can work together to provide better coordination of care for the child.
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Padilla, K., Akers, J.S., Kirkpatrick, M. (2020). Coordinating ABA Services. In: McClain, M., Shahidullah, J., Mezher, K. (eds) Interprofessional Care Coordination for Pediatric Autism Spectrum Disorder. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-46295-6_15
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