Why Does He Do That? - The Functions of Behavior 

This is part 5 of Autism Boot Camp - A 10 Part Series

We all do things with a purpose or function. This workshop presents some of the common functions of various behaviors exhibited by our children. We walk through collecting data, figuring out the function, and end with some practical interventions. 

About the Presenter

Ricky Teichman, Ms Ed, BCBA, is the director of the Puzzle Place Center for Autism. Ms. Teichman holds a Bachelor’s Degree in the Behavioral Sciences and a Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education from Mercy College as well as certification for Early Childhood Education in both NY and NJ. She is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, BCBA Supervisor and Licensed Behavior Analyst in the State of NY. She has been trained in the Early Start Denver Model of treatment for children with autism and also in DIR/Floortime.