Acronyms in Discussions about Autism

Archived Q&A and Reviews

Some acronyms used on this website in discussions about Autism:

  • ABA = Applied Behavior Analysis
  • AS or ASD = Autistic Spectrum Disorder
  • FBA = Functional Behavioral Assessment
  • HF or HFA = High Functioning Autism
  • IEE = Independent Educational Evaluation
  • IEP = Individualized Education Plan
  • NT = Neuro-Typical (not autistic)
  • PDD-NOS = Pervasive Developmental Disorder - Not Otherwise Specified
  • RC = Regional Center (RCEB = EC East Bay www.rceb.org )