Episode 226: Behaviour Analysis in Portugal with Denise Carvalho and Rita Gonçalves

This conversation explores the challenges and developments in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in Portugal. The speakers discuss staffing issues, training for new therapists, and the importance of family involvement in therapy. They highlight the collaboration with schools and the bureaucratic hurdles faced in providing services. The conversation also touches on the age range of services offered, the lack of support for autistic adults, and the need for professional development opportunities. Cultural insights into Portuguese family dynamics are shared, along with the upcoming ABA conference in Lisbon and future goals for the ABA community in Portugal.

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IBAO:  1.0  Cultural

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Contact:

Oficina do Comportamento

https://oficinadocomportamento.pt/aba

Denise on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/denise-carvalho-06397944/

Rita on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rita-goncalves-46653230/

Associação de Análise e Modificação Comportamental

https://aamcportugal.com/

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