In this conversation, Jessie Arroyave shares her journey in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and discusses the challenges and opportunities for ABA in Guatemala. She highlights the importance of education, mentorship, and community building in advancing the field, as well as the need for more certified professionals and resources to support families with autism. Jessie also talks about her clinic, her upcoming conference, and her vision for the future of ABA in Central America.

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Research Articles Referenced:

de los Santos, M., Hernández Eslava, V., Ávila, M. et al. Regulation of Behavior Analysis in 15 Countries of Latin America: Assessing the Challenges and Opportunities for Implementation of the Science. Behav Analysis Practice (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-024-01004-1

Tefel, J.A. The Waxing and Waning of Establishing Behavior Analysis in a Latin American Country. Behav Analysis Practice (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-024-00923-3

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