Functional Communication Training: Research Foundations

Description

This video features Dr. Wayne Fisher, a leading expert in applied behavior analysis, discussing the treatment of problem behavior through Functional Communication Training (FCT). FCT is an evidence-based intervention that teaches individuals to replace challenging behaviors with appropriate communication methods. Dr. Fisher delves into the theoretical underpinnings of FCT, its development, and its application in clinical settings, particularly for individuals with autism spectrum disorder. The presentation includes discussions on identifying the functions of problem behaviors, designing effective communication alternatives, and implementing FCT protocols to achieve meaningful behavioral change. This resource is valuable for practitioners, educators, and students seeking to understand the research foundations of FCT and its practical implications in behavior analysis. Recorded in December 2014.

About the Speaker

Dr. Wayne Fisher, BCBA-D, is the H.B. Munroe Professor of Behavioral Research in the Munroe-Meyer Institute and the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. He is also the director of the Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders at the Munroe-Meyer Institute, a board-certified behavior analyst at the doctoral level and a licensed psychologist. He was previously a professor of psychiatry at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and served as executive director of the Neurobehavioral Programs at the Kennedy Krieger Institute and the Marcus Behavior Center at the Marcus Institute, where he built clinical-research programs in autism and developmental disabilities with national reputations for excellence.