ABA Therapy
ABA is a therapy based on the science of learning and behavior. It uses proven techniques — like positive reinforcement — to teach communication, social, and daily living skills, while reducing behaviors that interfere with learning and quality of life. ABA is endorsed by the US Surgeon General and the American Psychological Association as an effective treatment for autism.
The idea is simple: when a behavior is followed by something valued, that behavior is more likely to be repeated.