Treating Challenging Behaviours

A variety of procedures are used to assess and treat challenging behaviours presented by individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Topics covered include functional behavioural assessment(FBA)and functional analysis(FA) and scientifically validated strategies for the treatment of challenging behaviours, such as: stereotypy, pica, aggression, self-injury, etc. Emphasis is placed on ethical considerations, such as using the least intrusive, most effective treatment. Techniques covered include: Antecedent strategies,schedules of reinforcement, extinction,differential reinforcement, desensitization procedures and other behaviour reduction procedures.