ABA.........it’s such a highly charged topic in the autism community.  ABA (Applied Behavioral Analysis) is a type of therapy that teaches skills and proper behavior to ASD children through reinforcement and practice.

 

In this podcast, Paul interviews Shannon Penrod of the web TV series “Autism Live”.  She is not only the parent of an ASD son, but she also has first-hand experience with ABA.

 

Paul and Shannon discuss the following:

• Shannon’s own journey as the parent of an autistic child

• Common questions Dads have when they first learn about ABA

• Pro’s and con’s to ABA and why some see it as a controversial therapy

• Where and how Dads can learn more about ABA for their kids