Adapting Together
Adapting Together
Podcast Description
Adapting Together is a Malaysian podcast dedicated to raising awareness about autism and supporting families on this journey. It’s designed for parents, caregivers, educators, and the broader community to access reliable, local, and compassionate information about autism.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on various themes including the autism spectrum, community support, early intervention strategies, and personal experiences, with episodes that delve into parental challenges and expert insights on navigating autism in Malaysia.
Adapting Together is a Malaysian podcast dedicated to raising awareness about autism and supporting families on this journey. It’s designed for parents, caregivers, educators, and the broader community to access reliable, local, and compassionate information about autism.
In this episode, Kevin and XinYi sit down with Alexa Goh, Learning and Development Manager at SEED Autism Service; Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA®) and President of the Malaysia Association of Behaviour Analysis, to demystify Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), a therapy often called the “gold standard” for early autism intervention.
Together, they explore:
What ABA really means in practice
How it differs from other therapies
Common concerns like masking and ethics
Why it’s often 1:1 and how that impacts cost
What families can expect from assessments and ongoing support
Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, or professional, this episode offers grounded insights to help you make informed decisions.
Resources:
- Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB)
- Qualified Applied Behavior Analysis Credentialing Board (QABA)
- Malaysia Association of Behaviour Analysis(MABA)
Chapters:
00:40 Introduction & Why ABA Matters
07:30 What Is ABA?
13:48 Real-Life Examples of ABA
20:05 Is ABA Right for Every Child?
26:40 The ABA Process: From Assessment to Planning
34:22 Home-Based vs Centre-Based ABA
40:15 Why Is ABA So Expensive?
46:12 Ethics, Masking & Common Misconceptions
51:33 How to Find a Qualified ABA Professional
56:50 Stories of Progress & Family Impact
01:00:10 Final Reflections & Advice
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