Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a treatment based on the principles of behaviorism that focuses on understanding and changing behavior. There are seven dimensions of ABA that are commonly referred to as “G-E-T-A-C-A-B.”

Here’s a breakdown of the dimensions of ABA:  

1. Generality: This dimension refers to the extent to which changes in behavior generalize across different settings, people, and behaviors. ABA treatment aims to produce behavior change that is maintained over time and across different situations.
2. Effective: This dimension refers to the extent to which the intervention produces meaningful changes in behavior that result in a better quality of life for the individual.
3. Technological: This dimension refers to the fact that ABA treatment is based on principles that are objective and measurable. The interventions used in ABA treatment should be clearly defined and replicable.
4. Applied: This dimension refers to the fact that ABA treatment focuses on improving behavior that is socially significant and relevant to the individual’s life.
5. Conceptually systematic: This dimension refers to the fact that ABA treatment is based on principles of behaviorism that have been validated through research. The interventions used in ABA treatment should be based on sound scientific principles.
6. Analytic: This dimension refers to the fact that ABA treatment is data-driven and based on the analysis of behavior. The interventions used in ABA treatment should be effective in producing behavior change.
7. Behavioral: This dimension refers to the fact that ABA treatment focuses on observable behavior. The interventions used in ABA treatment should target specific behaviors that are measurable and observable.

 By focusing on these seven dimensions, ABA treatment aims to produce meaningful and lasting behavior change that improves the quality of life for individuals and their families.  If you have any questions about the dimensions of ABA, please talk with your BCBA.