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What the heck are they saying??? A Glossary of ABA Terms

June 29, 2017 by ABLG Leave a Comment

The science of Applied Behavior Analysis utilizes its own language often referred to as “Behavior Speak.” Many times, you will hear professionals in the field of Autism and ABA reference these terms and will wonder what they are saying and what does it mean. ABLG has provided you with a simple Glossary of Terms to […]

Filed Under: ABA Home Therapy Program, ABA Therapy, ABA Therapy NJ, Applied Behavior Analysis, Parenting Tagged With: ABA, ABA Terms, aide, Asperger's Syndrome, autism, BCaBA, BCBA, Behavior, Data, IEP, Inclusion, PDD-NOS, RBT, Sensory, Sensory Processing Disorder

Are you productive at work?

July 19, 2016 by ABLG Leave a Comment

Productivity in the workplace

Which type of worker are you? Which principles may be influencing your behavior at work? How can you increase your productivity? “I need coffee and some time to warm up before I tackle the tough stuff.” Does this sound like you? Do you find yourself knocking out easier, faster, more enjoyable tasks first thing in […]

Filed Under: Applied Behavior Analysis, Setting Goals, Workplace Tagged With: ABA, employees, Organization, strategies, work productivity

Positive Reinforcement within the Work Environment

May 4, 2016 by ABLG Leave a Comment

reinforcement at work

Keeping employees continuously motivated and excited about their jobs can be a difficult task.  Just as we use positive reinforcement with our learners, it is beneficial to use positive reinforcement within the workplace.  Employers may first ask what can be used as reinforcers.  But a more important question may be how to most effectively reinforce.   […]

Filed Under: Applied Behavior Analysis, Behavior Therapy, Uncategorized Tagged With: ABA, employees, motivation, positive reinforcement, reinforcement, reinforcement at work, team building, workplace

Taking Steps Toward Acceptance

April 19, 2016 by ABLG 1 Comment

Autism Acceptance

April is known around the globe as Autism Awareness Month.  Countless individuals sport the color blue, puzzle pieces, and ribbons to represent autism.  Parents and professionals gather to hear experts in the field speak about treatments, education, and stories of accomplishments and success.  Reporters share statistics and, for a moment, we take the time to […]

Filed Under: Autism Advocacy, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Special Needs Tagged With: acceptance, advocacy, autism, autism acceptance, autism awareness, community

Ocean County Council for Young Children

April 6, 2016 by ABLG Leave a Comment

Ocean CCYC April

Above and Beyond Learning Group has recently connected with the Ocean County Council for Young Children!  The CCYC makes it possible for parents and community partners to come together to help make a better community for our children.  Meetings are currently being held to determine the needs of the community – families are encouraged to […]

Filed Under: NY and NJ Events, Parenting Tagged With: Community Council, Ocean CCYC, Parent Group, Resources

Monmouth County Council for Young Children

April 6, 2016 by ABLG Leave a Comment

Monmouth CCYC

Above and Beyond Learning Group has recently connected with the Monmouth County Council for Young Children!  The CCYC makes it possible for parents and community partners to come together to help make a better community for our children.  Meetings are currently being held to determine the needs of the community – families are encouraged to […]

Filed Under: NY and NJ Events, Parenting Tagged With: Community Council, Monmouth CCYC, Parent Group, Resources

IEP vs. 504: Which one is right for your child?

March 17, 2016 by ABLG Leave a Comment

IEP vs 504

ABLG often speaks to parents who are concerned with their child’s school performance.  They think their child may benefit from additional supports, but it can be difficult to decide what to do.  One of the most common questions is what’s the difference between a 504 plan and an IEP (Individualized Education Plan).   First, let’s […]

Filed Under: Autism Advocacy, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Parenting, Special Needs Tagged With: 504, autism, IDEA, IEP, IEP vs 504, school accommodations, special education

7 Things to Know About ABA

August 19, 2015 by ABLG 1 Comment

7 Things to Know About ABA

Myths and rumors about Applied Behavior Analysis, or ABA, can stop a lot of parents from seeking this effective form of therapy! Here’s a few myth busters from ABLG! 1. Applied Behavior Analysis, or ABA, is a slice of of a much larger field of study. Behavior analysis is the scientific study of behavior. This […]

Filed Under: ABA Home Therapy Program, ABA Therapy, ABA Therapy at Home, ABA Therapy for Older Learners, ABA Therapy NJ, Applied Behavior Analysis, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Behavior Therapy, Special Needs

Autism, High School, and ABA, Oh My!

August 12, 2015 by ABLG Leave a Comment

        The transition to high school is exciting and terrifying all in the same.  Some students – with or without Autism – may be overwhelmed by new peers, teachers and the school itself.  Peer pressure becomes a more significant aspect of daily life. High school is a time for teenagers to gain new freedoms […]

Filed Under: ABA Home Therapy Program, ABA Therapy, ABA Therapy at Home, ABA Therapy for Older Learners, ABA Therapy NJ, Applied Behavior Analysis, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Behavior Therapy, Friendships, Social Skills, Special Needs, Speech Therapy, Symptoms of Autism

ABLG TV interviews President of National Autism Association on Safety

July 29, 2015 by ABLG Leave a Comment

We had the great fortune to sit down with Wendy Fournier, President and one of the Founding Board Members of the National Autism Association. She is also parent of an individual with Autism.  We got to talk about wandering and elopement, and we learned some fresh perspectives on taking a “multi-layered approach” to addresses these behaviors. […]

Filed Under: ABA Home Therapy Program, ABA Therapy, ABA Therapy at Home, ABA Therapy for Older Learners, ABA Therapy NJ, Applied Behavior Analysis, Autism Advocacy, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Behavior Therapy, Safety and Autism Spectrum Disorder, Special Needs, Speech Therapy, Symptoms of Autism

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