Vrinda Raghavan

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From Tears to Trust: Considering Biological Needs in Therapy Sessions

ABA Concepts Simplified, About Behaviours / By / 25 January 2025

Biological needs in therapy must be addressed first to understand and support children effectively. Ruling out medical and biological variables that influence behavior provides key insights into sudden changes and helps therapists respond with empathy and effectiveness. Why Biological Needs in Therapy Matter Imagine a scenario: It’s Monday morning, and a child arrives at …

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The Importance of Functional Literacy and Numeracy in ABA

Language and Communication, ABA Concepts Simplified, Parenting with ABA / By / 15 January 2025

When working with learners with intellectual disabilities, functional literacy and numeracy are critical components of long-term goal planning. These essential skills empower individuals to navigate everyday life with greater independence and confidence. As an ABA therapist with a background in special education, I’ve seen firsthand how these skills transform lives, enabling learners to participate …

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Reflections on 15 Years of ABA: Mastering Functional Skills for Therapy Success"

Transforming Lives with ABA: 15 Years of Empowerment and Functional Skills Mastery

ABA Concepts Simplified / By / 10 January 2025

Embarking on a new journey often comes with a mix of excitement and uncertainty, and my foray into the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) was no different. Fifteen years ago, I stepped into this world of data-driven decisions, behavioral interventions, and an incredible sense of purpose—all aimed at making a meaningful impact in …

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Punishment

Spare the rod, and the child!

ABA Concepts Simplified, Parenting with ABA / By / 5 January 2025

*This post does not promote the use of punishment. Use of reinforcement procedures must always be used prior to incorporating any punishment-based strategies. There must always be a parallel component of positive reinforcement when using punishment-based strategy. * The following episode is from a Kindergarten classroom. The teacher walks into the class, announcing that …

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Life Skills in Preschoolers- Is there such a thing?

ABA India, Parenting with ABA / By / 14 June 2020

For most of us, play is the most interesting and essential part of a child’s life. It’s so fulfilling to watch your child engaged in weaving stories or building a house. But today we take up the less interesting but more important part- the tantrums! Most parents of young children aged 2-6 complain about …

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To be or not to be an ABA therapist… That was the question

ABA India / By / 21 July 2020

While studying Applied Behaviour Analysis, we had a module on myths about ABA. A particular assignment required us to read about people who have had a bad experience with ABA, parents or people with autism. We needed to dig out the underlying reason for the adverse experience. This was a pivotal assignment in my …

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