Applied Behavior Analysis

Applied behavior analysis (ABA) is a psychological discipline that uses respondent and operant conditioning to change human and animal behavior. It is the applied form of behavior analysis, focusing on changing behavior by assessing the functional relationship between a targeted behavior and the environment. ABA is commonly associated with autism intervention, but its applications extend to various fields, including education, healthcare, and organizational behavior. With a strong foundation in behaviorism, ABA has evolved to incorporate techniques from other disciplines, making it a versatile and effective approach to improving socially significant behaviors.