ABA: Controversy in Autism Therapy (BCBA tells ALL)!

Dr. Trina Spencer has a list of accomplishments, degrees and many years of experience in the field of autism and related conditions. She is also a qualified BCBA and speaks openly about the controversy surrounding ABA (Applied Behavioral Analysis). She is open to discussions and enjoys being challenged on her beliefs.

Topics include:
1. ABA - the current controversy
2. The use of contrived reinforcers
3. The problem with the name “ABA Therapy.”

**And many more!

We ask viewers to please be respectful with their comments. We will delete any abusive messages as we are working towards an inclusive community that respects everyone. Just to be clear: AIMS Global was created in collaboration with autistic adults and is a holistic support system, which we believe is quite a bit different from the way in which ABA therapies are used.

From Karla (co-founder of AIMS Global): "Trina is very knowledgeable. She shows immense empathy for neurodivergent individuals and their families. It is my opinion that she wants to do what is best for each individual and elevate autistic voices. She does not support the traditions of ABA therapy and the ableist execution of an otherwise valuable science. I believe there are more interesting topics to be had though."

At AIMS Global we want to ensure that we are working with and learning from (and sometimes teaching) others in the field. Let us know what you (respectfully) think of Trina’s thoughts by commenting below!

Here is an interesting open-access paper: https://link.springer.com/article/10....

Some links to two interviews mentioned:
Prof. Simon Baron-Cohen:    • Prof. Simon Baron-Cohen: Autism, Empathy &...  
(Renowned professional and researcher in the field of autism)
Stephannie Bethany:    • Autistic YouTuber: What I Wish My Parents ...  
(Autistic YouTuber)

#interview #aba #autism #abatherapy #appliedbehavioranalysis

Timestamps:
0:13 ABA - the controversy! (AUTISM)
15:04 Should we change the name ABA?
23:53 Reinforcement in ABA (AUTISM)
27:17 ABA therapists & STIMMING
31:17 DTT (Discrete Trial Training) & AUTISM
36:42 GOALS with THERAPY (ABA)
38:25 ABA therapists NOT looking at CHILD (AUTISM)
40:13 More Controversy (ABA & AUTISM)