The Verbal Behavior Approach: How to Teach Children with Autism and Related Disorders

This comprehensive guide provides a step-by-step approach to help children develop language and speaking skills using the Verbal Behavior (VB) method.

Based on B.F.

Skinner's analysis of verbal behavior, VB is particularly effective for children with minimal or no speech abilities.

Dr.

Mary Lynch Barbera, a board-certified Behavior Analyst and parent of a child with autism, shares her expertise to help you teach nonvocal children to use sign language.

The guide covers ways to reduce problem behavior, as well as teaching toileting and other important self-help skills.

With this book, you'll gain the knowledge and tools to help your child succeed in developing better language and speaking skills.