Help please😩

My son was diagnosed with Autism and he has behavioral problems he loves to scream and run around , he. Recently began to hit and it’s becoming an issue at school. I’m so stressed out especially with the screaming, I have gotten RBTs for him for school but most Of them are new RBT with no experience so it’s of no help…. The teacher complaining daily . I’m not looking for a RBT that has experience and has to be very firm with him . Can anyone recommend any company please help… I’m in Fort Lauderdale area

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Are they requiring an RBT? How old ?

ABA therapy is really good for kids with autism. One reason for most kids with autism having an undesirable behavior is because they are either frustrated or upset they can’t convey what is wrong, so it becomes a bit of a guessing game. Are they hungry, cold, hurt, ect. Also looking at what is happening before the hitting starts and then trying to avoid the problem. Also don’t use the phrase “we don’t hit.” Use phrases like “we use nice hands” ect. (This is from a mom with the kids with autism who have gone through ABA therapy) if you have questions you can feel free to message me. Hope this helps 😊

I second what Amanda says. Also, ABA is a little different now than it was before. You’ll hear a lot of ABA horror stories because in the past, ABA was very restrictive. The newer model keeps the same concepts but offer them in the least restrictive environment for your child. I would definitely look into ABA programs. Most commercial insurance will cover ABA

Try ABA therapy. My son matured and his behavior got much better while in ABA . give it a try. Won't hurt