STUDI DESKRIPTIF TERAPI TERHADAP PENDERITA AUTISME PADA ANAK USIA DINI DI MUTIA CENTER KECAMATAN BOJONG KABUPATEN PURBALINGGA

Abstract

This research was conducted in Mutia Center, a theraphy center for children with special  needs. This therapy center is located in Purbalingga regency. It aims to describe the therapy process given to autistic children and it’s effectiveness. The data colle cted through observation, interview, and documentation. This research found that Applied Behavioral Analysis is the main method for the center to use. From the observation and interview, it
is clear that the theraphy has a significantimpact to the children development in general and particular their ability to handle their problem.