Applied Behaviour Analysis is a behavioural treatment programme used with children with autism. This practical book gives guidance on how to develop a tailored ABA programme. Chapters also include individual family case studies. The international contributors offer practical advice on the approach needed for the successful implementation of ABA.

"Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA)" is an effective behavioural treatment programme widely used with children with autism to improve socially significant behaviours. This practical book gives guidance on how to develop a tailored ABA programme that includes the key features of ABA: detailed individual behaviour assessment, reinforcement strategies to encourage new behaviours and systematic programme implementation. Chapters also include individual family case studies and discuss relevant issues such as day-to-day management of programmes for both younger and older children, collaboration in the community, sibling support, school-based programmes and obtaining services. The international contributors offer practical advice on the approach needed for the successful implementation of ABA.

Preface. Karola Dillenburger and Mickey Keenan. Foreword. Gina Green. 1. Empowering parents with science. Mickey Keenan. 2. Where are we now in New Zealand? Mary Henderson, Auckland Autism Group. 3. Impairments, disability, and autism: Making sense of it all, behaviourally. Eric Messick and Mary Clark. 4. Starting an ABA programme. Erica Ford and Judith Petry. 5. More about Colin - Setting up an ABA based pre-school group for children with autism. Lynne McKerr and Stephen Gallagher. 6. From a sapling to a forest: The growth of the Saplings Model of Education. Phil Smyth, Marc De Salvo, and Aisling Ardiff. 7. Lessons learned from starting a community-based ABA programme for kids with ASDs. Eric Messick and Shelley Wise. 8. Positive behavioural support: Supporting meaningful change for individuals, families, and professionals. Ken P Kerr and Claire Lacey. 9. Mikey - Dealing with courts, tribunals, and politicians. Helen Byrne and Tony Byrne. 10. A sibling's perspective and my brother Mikey. Jonny (17) and Meghan (11). 11. ABA is not a therapy for autism. Mecca Chiesa. 12. What do parents think of ABA? Karola Dillenburger and Mickey Keenan. Resources for parents, compiled by Eric V. Larsson. Contributors. References. Index.