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Fully Virtual, Focused Applied Behavior Analysis Services: Acceptability and Feasibility Study
William H Edwards1, Brittany C Wierzba2
1Center for Behavior Analysis, Clemson University, B-111 Barre Hall, Clemson, SC, 29634, United States, 1 864-656-0953.
Background:
Traditional models of applied behavior analysis (ABA) services for those diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) involve time-intensive, labor-intensive, comprehensive, in-person services. The increasing prevalence of ASD in the United States has precipitated a need to identify effective, accessible, and innovative methods to address the needs of those with ASD.
Objective:
The present descriptive study examines the feasibility and acceptability of a fully virtual, targeted model of ABA service delivery.
Methods:
This retrospective analysis evaluated changes over time in adaptive behavior, maladaptive behavior, and caregiver satisfaction during focused, virtual ABA therapy delivered by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.
Results:
Improvements in standard scores across Vineland-3 domains and improvements in quality of life (Child and Family Quality of Life, Second Edition), in addition to high levels of caregiver satisfaction, were observed over time.
Conclusions:
While causality cannot be determined for these improvements, results support the feasibility and acceptability of this novel ABA service delivery model.
