Running a Home-based ABA Program
Many siblings enjoy the presence of another caring and fun adult. However, it is also common for siblings to become jealous of their brother or sister’s “special friend.” Often, a sibling’s perspective can be improved by giving them a comfortable role (participating in turn taking or a circle time activity). Letting siblings see what happens with the instructor can go a long way to increase their comfort level and reduce negative feelings. Of course, a sibling’s participation should be entirely voluntary. Parents and instructors should take their lead from the sibling and create an experience tailored to his or her level of interest and concerns. Running a home-based instructional program is an enormous undertaking. Parents assume central roles not just in the instruction of their child, but also in the management of an educational team.
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ABA and the Family
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