As with every other condition, autism has its own set of acronyms that it pays to become familiar with. The following table helps you translate some of the acronyms you’ll see and hear over and over during your life as a caregiver of or a person with autism.
| Acronym | What It Stands For |
|---|---|
| ABA | Applied Behavioral Analysis |
| AS | Asperger Syndrome |
| ASD | Autism Spectrum Disorder |
| BIP | Behavior Intervention Plan |
| BMP | Behavior Management Plan |
| ESY | Extended School Year |
| FAPE | Free and Appropriate Public Education |
| FERPA | Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act |
| IDEA | Individuals with Disabilities Education Act |
| IEP | Individualized Education Program |
| IFSP | Individualized Family Service Plan |
| IPP | Individual Program Plan |
| ISP | Individual Service Plan |
| LRE | Least Restrictive Environment |
| NT | Neurotypical |
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Source:http://www.dummies.com/how-to/content/acronyms-associated-with-autism.html
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