What is PBS?
On a principle level, PBS (Positive Behaviour Support) follows the principles of behaviour analysis. Similarly to other techniques PBS changes what happens before and after a particular behaviour so that particular behaviour will change under similar circumstances in the future.
On a more practical level, PBS puts more emphasis on the “positive” side of changing behaviour. It mainly works on changing what happens before an undesirable behaviour occurs, so that a child learns from their success instead of failure. Verbal Behaviour conceptualises the use of language in terms of its function. This means it focuses on helping the child to use the right words in the right context. Some people refer to ABA as the Lovaas programme, as it is similar to the original one Dr Lovaas used in this research.
Some providers may emphasise that they are specifically providing ABA rather than PBS Our consultants at HeadStart are familiar with different approaches and will choose the method that draws the best out of your child.