The intensive nature of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is another aspect that has drawn criticism. ABA often requires children to undergo numerous hours of therapy each week, which can be demanding and potentially lead to stress or burnout.
This extensive time commitment is aimed at providing consistent and structured learning opportunities, but it can be taxing for both the child and their family. The intensity of the therapy, while designed to maximize learning and adaptation, is sometimes seen as too rigorous, raising concerns about the balance between therapeutic benefits and the overall well-being and childhood experience of the participants.
Critics advocate for more flexible, child-centered approaches that consider the individual needs and limits of each child.
NOTE: I do not agree with this criticism of ABA, I just report it. Most things worth doing in life are intense.
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