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Behavior Bitches

Autism, Polyvagal Theory & the ABA Debate with Sean Inderbitzen

Behavior Bitches

Study Notes ABA, LLC

Social Sciences, Science

51.3K Ratings

🗓️ 17 March 2025

⏱️ 80 minutes

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Summary

In this episode, Liat sits down with Sean Inderbitzen, author of Autism in Polyvagal Terms, to break down the science behind neuroception, how the nervous system shapes behavior, and what the Polyvagal Theory means for understanding autism. They also dive into the heated world of ABA criticism—how to handle the haters, what the field gets right (and wrong), and how we can do better. This conversation will make you think differently about autism, behavior, and the future of ABA. Don’t miss it!

Behavior Concepts Covered:

Stimming

Discreet trial

Reinforcement

Punishment

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