Applied Behavior Analysis

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Morris, E. K. (2009). A case study in the misrepresentation of applied behavior analysis in autism: The Gernsbacher lectures. The Behavior Analyst, 32, 205-240.

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Ahearn, W. H., Clark, K. M., MacDonald, R. P., & Chung, B. O. (2007). Assessing and treating vocal stereotypy in children with autism. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 40(2), 263-275.

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Bloom, S. E., Iwata, B. A., Fritz, J. N., Roscoe, E. M., & Carreau, A. B. (2011). Classroom application of a trial-based functional analysis. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 44(1), 19-31.

This tutorial provides both an introductory and practical review of what behavior-analytic terminology is, when you should use it, and the reasons why using it is so crucial to effective and ethical practice.

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Ingvarsson, E. T., & Hollobaugh, T. (2010). Acquisition of intraverbal behavior: Teaching children with autism to mand for answers to questions. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 43(1), 1-17.

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Rodriguez, N. M., Thompson, R. H., Schlichenmeyer, K., & Stocco, C. S. (2012). Functional analysis and treatment of arranging and ordering by individuals with an autism spectrum disorder. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 45 (1), 1-22.

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Charania, S. M., LeBlanc, L. A., Sabanathan, N., Ktaech, I. A., Carr, J. E., & Gunby, K. (2010). Teaching effective hand raising to children with autism during group instruction. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis,43(3), 493-497.

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Heinicke, M. R., Carr, J. E., LeBlanc, L. A., & Severtson, J. M. (2010). On the use of fluency training in the behavioral treatment of autism: A commentary. The Behavior Analyst, 33(2), 223-229.

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Papatola, K. J., & Lustig, S. L. (2016). Navigating a managed care peer review: Guidance for clinicians using applied behavior analysis in the treatment of children on the autism spectrum. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 9, 135-145.

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LeBlanc, L. A., Nosik, M. R., & Petursdottir, A. (2018). Establishing consumer protections for research in human service agencies. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 11, 445-455.

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Weil, T. M., Hayes, S. C., & Capurro, P. (2011). Establishing a deictic relational repertoire in young children. The Psychological Record, 61, 371-390.

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Barnes-Holmes, D., Barnes-Holmes, Y., & Cullinan, V. (2000). Relational frame theory and Skinner’s Verbal Behavior: A possible synthesis. The Behavior Analyst, 23(1), 69-84.

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Friman, P. C. (2010). Cooper, Heron, and Heward’s Applied Behavior Analysis (2nd ed.): Checkered flag for students and professors, yellow flag for the field. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 43(1), 161-174.

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.

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Fong, E. H., Catagnus, R. M., Brodhead, M. T., Quigley, S., & Field, S. (2016). Developing the cultural awareness skills of behavior analysts. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 9, 84-94.

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Brodhead, M. T. (2015). Maintaining professional relationships in an interdisciplinary setting: Strategies for navigating nonbehavioral treatment recommendations for individuals with autism. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 8, 70-78.

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Heward, W. L., Critchfield, T. S., Reed, D. D., Detrich, R., & Kimball, J. W. (2022). ABA from A to Z: Behavior science applied to 350 domains of socially significant behavior. Perspectives on Behavior Science, 45, 327-359.

In this interview, Dr. Brian Iwata reflects on his path into behavior analysis, shaped by his graduate studies at Florida State University and early practical experiences. He discusses his pioneering work on self-injurious behavior and functional analysis, which transformed treatment approaches for developmental disabilities. Dr. Iwata also emphasizes the value of empirical research and the potential of behavior analysis to address broader societal issues.

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Brodhead, M. T., Quigley, S. P., & Cox, D. J. (2018). How to identify ethical practices in organizations prior to employment. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 11, 165-173.

This interactive tutorial is designed to help you efficiently locate relevant academic literature. It provides a brief overview of why staying connected with scholarly research is essential for behavior analysts and evidence-based practice. You’ll learn how academic literature is structured online, explore various sources for accessing full-text articles, and discover cost-effective ways to obtain research papers. This self-paced tutorial includes a mix of lecture content and hands-on practice exercises to enhance your search skills.

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Fodstad, J. C., Kirsch, A., Faidley, M., & Bauer, N. (2018). Demonstration of parent training to address early self-injury in
young children with delays. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 48(11), 3846-3857.

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Kupzyk, S., & Allen, K. D. (2019). A review of strategies to increase comfort and compliance with medical/dental routines in persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities, 31(8), 1-19.

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Bannerman, D. J., Sheldon, J. B., Sherman, J. A., & Harchik, A. E. (1990). Balancing the right to habilitation with the right to personal liberties: The rights of people with developmental disabilities to eat too many doughnuts and take a nap. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 23, 79-89.

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Luke, M. M., Carr, J. E., & Wilder, D. A. (2018). On the compatibility of organizational behavior management and BACB certification. Journal of Organizational Behavior Management, 38, 288-305.

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Barron, B. F., Verkuylen, L., Belisle, J., Paliliunas, D., & Dixon, M. R. (2019). Teaching “then-later” and “here-there” relations to children with autism: An evaluation of single reversals and transformation of stimulus function. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 12, 167-175.

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Novack, M. N., Hong, E., Dixon, D. R., & Granpeesheh, D. (2019). An evaluation of a mobile application designed to teach receptive
language skills to children with autism spectrum disorder. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 12, 66-77.

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Critchfield, T. S., Doepke, K. J., Epting, L. K., Becirevic, A., Reed, D. D., Fienup, D. M., Kremsreiter, J. L., & Ecott, C. L. (2017). Normative emotional responses to behavior analysis jargon or how not to use words to win friends and influence people. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 10, 97-106.

This focus pack includes one interactive video and six article quizzes that explore the world of behavioral gerontology. Learn how the principles of behavior analysis can be used to improve the lives of older adults and examine several research studies focusing on this area.

This focus pack includes one interactive video, two article quizzes, and a final quiz. All are focused on the role behavior analysis can play in the prevention of child abuse and maltreatment.

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Bahry, S., Gerhardt, P. F., Weiss, M. J., Leaf, J. B., Putnam, R. F., & Bondy, A. (2023). The ethics of actually helping people: Targeting skill acquisition goals that promote meaningful outcomes for individuals with autism spectrum disorder. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 16 (3), 672- 695. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-022-00757-x