It's great you're looking into ABA and ESDM therapies! Research shows both can lead to significant improvements in language, social interaction, and motor skills in young children with autism over a 6-month period.

One study (https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/a....rticles/PMC12116431/ found that ESDM showed greater gains in self-regulation, while ABA excelled in gross motor skills. Other research indicates ESDM yields broader developmental gains. (https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/a....rticles/PMC12514992/

It's helpful to tailor the therapy to your child's needs, with guidance from a clinician. Starting early and aiming for around 15-20 hours a week can bring optimal results. Even low-dose, parent-led ESDM can yield gains! (https://local.psy.miami.edu/fa....culty/dmessinger/c_c