Data collection is the continuous, structured process of tracking your child’s behaviors, responses, and progress toward their treatment goals. In ABA, data guides every clinical decision—it shows what is improving, what needs adjustment, and whether the current teaching methods are effective.

Therapists collect data during every session, often recording how many times a behavior occurs, whether a skill was completed independently, or how your child responded to a specific teaching prompt. This ensures that therapy stays individualized and scientifically aligned rather than guess-based.

Because ABA is evidence-driven, accurate data is essential for evaluating progress, modifying goals, refining strategies, and demonstrating meaningful improvement over time.

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• Tracking how many times a child follows a two-step instruction over the course of a week.
  
• Recording each correct response during a teaching trial.
  
• Measuring the duration of a behavior (e.g., how long a tantrum lasts) to monitor improvement.

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Data ensures that therapy is working. It provides clear, objective evidence of progress and helps clinicians adapt the treatment plan efficiently.

With high-quality data collection, families and therapists can see real change, make informed decisions, and ensure that interventions remain meaningful, effective, and individualized.

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