New study finds a shortage of therapists to treat children with autism
Originally published December 12, 2019 by Medical Xpress
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An Emory University study finds that the supply of certified applied behavior analysis (ABA) providers is insufficient to meet the needs of children with autism in nearly every state. Only Massachusetts meets the benchmark set by the ABA credentialing board, which is eight ABA providers per 100 children with autism. Delaware averages one provider per 100 children with autism.
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