Applied Behavior Analysis has been involved in a variety of controversies since its been introduced. Many, including those on the Autism Spectrum and parents of those on the spectrum, oppose the practice. The Child Mind Institute has explained in great detail the negative effects that ABA can have in the following article: The Controversy around ABA. The article outlines several reasons why ABA is opposed by some, including reasons such as: ABA therapy can sometimes be difficult on kids, therapy sessions can be too focused on eliminating behaviors, and limiting neurodiversity. The Child Mind Institute throughout the article notes that these reasons are truly misconceptions and does highlight the positive aspects of Applied Behavior Analysis Therapy.
Other Articles* —
- Be Careful — Some ABA Therapy Situations Can Become Traumatic or Abusive
- Is the Most Common Therapy for Autism Cruel?
- ABA FOR AUTISM: WHY IS IT SO POPULAR AND CONTROVERSIAL?
*Some of these articles may present biases based on the authors personal experience and should be read with that notion in mind. Theses articles are presenting another side of ABA Therapy and are not scholastic articles.