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Area of Science:

  • Occupational therapy
  • Behavioral science
  • Autism spectrum disorder interventions

Background:

  • Occupational therapists aim for continuous practice improvement.
  • Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) demonstrates effectiveness in autism interventions.
  • Current occupational therapy practice shows limited integration of ABA.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the potential of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) as an evidence-based practice in occupational therapy for autism.
  • To explore the compatibility and synergistic potential between ABA and occupational therapy.

Main Methods:

  • An iterative, multiphase literature review was conducted.
  • Analysis focused on occupational therapy literature and ABA evidence base.

Main Results:

  • Occupational therapy literature primarily reflects developmental and sensory approaches for autism.
  • No significant use of ABA principles was found in occupational therapy literature.
  • A perception exists that ABA is not client-centered, potentially limiting its adoption.

Conclusions:

  • Occupational therapy and ABA principles are compatible and can be integrated.
  • ABA offers an evidence-based option to expand occupational therapy interventions for autism.
  • Synergistic application of ABA and occupational therapy can enhance client outcomes.