Regression in ABA Therapy: Understanding, Addressing, and Supporting Progress

2025-10-01T06:58:34-07:00October 1, 2025|Education|0 Comments

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is designed to help children with autism build and maintain important life skills. However, progress in therapy is not always linear. Children may sometimes lose previously learned skills or demonstrate a decrease in performance. This is known as regression. While it can be discouraging for both parents and therapists, regression is a common occurrence and does not mean that therapy is failing. Understanding why regression [...]