FIND OUT HOW EIBI CAN DECREASE NEGATIVE BEHAVIORS AND INCREASE POSITIVE BEHAVIORS.

By Emily ANSELL Elfer, BA Hons, Dip

What is EIBI? Well, according to research, it’s an intervention that can help children with autism decrease negative behaviors and increase positive behaviors. EIBI is considered one of the best intensive behavioral interventions for toddlers aged five and below. Read on to understand what this early intervention program is and why it might be a good choice for your toddler.

What is EIBI, and for whom is it meant?

EIBI stands for Early and Intensive Behavioral Intervention. It is the implementation of the behavioral principle of Applied Behavior Analysis. It aims at achieving significant outcomes in a child’s behavior patterns. Children often inhibit signs of negative behaviors at early developmental ages, which, if ignored, could potentially lead to physical, psychological, or emotional hurt.

Since a young child’s brain is usually in its developmental stage, teaching or changing certain behaviors becomes easier. Young children with autism are most suitable for the EIBI program. Some of the negative behaviors that autistic children display include aggression, self-injury, and throwing tantrums — and early intervention can help prevent these.