Applied behavior analysis

Applied behavior analysis (ABA) is a systematic process of studying and modifying observable behavior through a manipulation of the environment. Its principles are derived from extensive basic research, often with non-humans, but has seen recent popularity in applied therapy with autism and other developmental disorders. It is comprised of an experimental approach to manipulating the environment and tracking alterations in behavior. This allows the discovery and manipulation of functional relationships between behavior and environmental variables.
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