In ABA therapy, a "mand" refers to a request or demand. The mand model is a teaching strategy that encourages children to communicate their wants and needs by prompting them to make requests. It operates on the principle that children are more likely to learn and use language when it directly results in obtaining something they desire.
The Mand Model is a teaching approach used in ABA therapy that focuses on improving communication skills. The term “mand” refers to a type of verbal behavior that involves a request or a command.