What is Habituation in ABA?
What is habituation in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)? In this episode, TLBA Kyle Strunk teaches parents about how Habituation can help improve their child’s life. Parents can use Habituation to help their child become more comfortable with aversive stimuli. What this means is that environments that your child finds stressful, such as the doctor’s office, restaurants, or even movie theaters – can become stress-free using Habituation.
Habituation: is the process where a person’s response to a repeated stimulus decreases over time, leading to a reduced reaction or desensitization. This is used to help individuals become accustomed to new or challenging situations, reducing anxiety and potentially lowering problem behaviors associated with that stimulus. Habituation can help de-sensitize your child to aversive environments such as the doctor’s office, restaurants, movie theaters, and grocery stores.
Keep an eye out for Episode 8 – where we will go over the different tactics and methods parents can use to help de-sensitize their child to aversive stimuli.
ABA Parent Training
In our ABA Parent Training series from TLBA Kyle Strunk, we break down the fundamentals of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) for parents. Each video focuses on a different aspect of ABA, and connects our topic to its real world application. Learn how the data-verified science of ABA can help you in your parenting journey! Past topics have included the Function of behavior, prevention strategies, and reinforcement. We are always open to feedback from our audience about what they would like to learn next! Click here to view the whole series.
About ABA-LLC
ABA-LLC is one of the largest suppliers of Behavior Support in the State of Kentucky. Since 2007, the agency has created innovative strategies to improve the lives of unique individuals. ABA-LLC works with around 190 contractors, each dedicated to building an inclusive culture that celebrates individuals of all abilities. No matter who you are, you can reach your goals at ABA-LLC.
ABA-LLC is set apart from its competitors by its uniquely person-centered approach. The agency strives to provide services from a place of deep love for the population they serve. Their work exemplifies the belief that every individual has a right to live a fulfilling and independent life integrated within their communities. There is no objective to change a person, but rather to give them the tools they need to succeed. B.F. Skinner summarizes this vision in his quote: “I’m not trying to change people. All I want is to change the world in which they live.” Learn more about us at https://aba-llc.com/