1. Why was the Autism SIG formed?
2. How can I join the Autism SIG?
3. Is there a fee to join the Autism SIG?
4. Does the Autism SIG distribute a newsletter?
5. How can I access prior issues of the Autism SIG newsletter?
6. How can I provide feedback about this website?
7. Who staffs the Autism SIG?
8. Can the Autism SIG use any volunteers?

Why was the Autism SIG formed?

The Association for Behavior Analysis is a professional international organization for members interested in the philosophy, science, application, and teaching of behavior analysis.

Special Interest Groups (SIGs) are a critical component of ABA InternationalTM and provide additional services and support to members with specialized interests. SIGs are initiated by members to provide a forum for information exchange and a vehicle to promote a particular area of interest.

The Autism SIG was formed with the interest in the application of behavior analysis to the education and treatment of autism across the lifespan.

How can I join the Autism SIG?

Please follow the directions provided on the "Joining  the SIG Link  on the left side of this site. Specify whether you are already a member of the Association for Behavior Analysis, and if you are a parent, professional, or both. As a member, you will receive emails from time to time about issues of relevance to this SIG.

Is there a fee to join the Autism SIG?

There is no fee to join the Autism SIG.

Does the Autism SIG distribute a newsletter?

Yes, the Autism SIG distributes a newsletter which is published electronically on a quarterly basis. The leaders of the Autism SIG as well as members of the Parent Professional Partnership PPP SIG are active contributors to the Autism SIG newsletter. Features of the Autism SIG newsletter include interviews, conference previews or reviews, program descriptions, clinical intervention descriptions, research synopses, book reviews, abstracts of recently published research, and job announcements.

How can I access prior issues of the Autism SIG newsletter?

Prior issues of the Autism SIG newsletter are archived on the Autism SIG website. Note that many issues have a theme.  Most ofthe content from the newletters is also available by content area (Interviews, Book reviews, Topical Articles,  & program Descriptions) on this wesite.

How can I provide feedback about this website?

The webpage will grow with input and contributions from our membership. Please feel free to make comments about how we can develop this site to better benefit the membership. This feedback can be sent to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Who staffs the Autism SIG?

The SIG leadership is made up of an entirely volunteer committee of professionals and parents, therefore, SIG activities need to be carefully prioritized given the absence of any paid staff.  We welcome volunteers who are interested in contributing to the SIG by volunteering to assist in SIG  activities.

Can the Autism SIG use any volunteers?

Absolutely. We welcome ABAI members who wish to assist the SIG.The SIG can benefit from the support and assistance of its membership. More specifically, we can use help with the following three tasks: 1) developing content for our website; 2) local publicity for upcoming conferences; and 3) disseminating information about the www.autism.org site. Please email Lori Bechner at  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it with your name and the volunteer activities that most interest you.