In this blog, we will explore Executive Skills and Autism.
Executive functioning skill needs and developmental differences are often significant challenges for individuals with autism. ABA is an evidence-based therapy that focuses on learning skills and changing behavior. Therefore, ABA can help individuals “learn” new executive functioning skills and apply them in real life situations.
What are Executive Function Skills?
Planning. Organizing. Starting tasks. Switching gears. These are all examples of Executive Function Skills that vary from person to person. They are often quite compromised in individuals with autism.
Executive functioning skills are often thought of as “brain-based” functions. Yet by applying the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis and learning, we can come to a better understanding of how to view – and intervene – with executive skills using a different lens.
Executive Skills and Autism at ABI
At ABI, we hold the belief that executive functioning skills are a very big component in this driving client outcome goals. By teaching these skills we become closer to realizing this vision.
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