| Presented by: Lori Bechner (Autism Special Interest Group) and David Celiberti (Parent-Professional Partnership Special Interest Group). The Autism Special Interest Group (SIG) brings together individuals who specialize in, or are interested in, the application of behavior analysis to the education and treatment of autism across the lifespan. The Autism SIG promotes behavior analytic research and the exchange of scientific information in the area of autism treatment, advocates for and promotes high standards in the application of behavior analytic treatments, and supports consumers of applied behavior analysis services.
In response to the growing number of parents seeking information from the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI), we created the Parent-Professional Partnership SIG in 2000. This SIG was intended to serve both parents of children with autism and related disabilities and interested professionals. The Parent-Professional Partnership SIG attempts to address the specific needs and concerns of these parents, particularly parents who attend the annual ABAI convention. |