Professional practice of behavior analysis

Issues regarding sex offenders can be found at all levels of the correctional system. During entry and housing in jails while waiting sentencing, to housing in prisons, and then again when a sex offender enters probation or parole. Leaders in the corrections field have closely worked with psychology experts to find a viable solution on a multitude of problems these specific offenders pose. One of the problem area’s solutions is the concept of behavior modification. Behavior modification is not a new concept as far as corrections is concerned; some say that the whole corrections process is geared towards behavior modification. Sex offender behavior modification is a growing sub group of the rehabilitation model. While most argue the importance…

study conducted by Snorrason and Woods (2014), looked at a 37 year-old adult male with a chronic nail and skin picking habit treated with acceptance-enhanced behavior therapy.…

methods and claimed that if he had gotten a hold of Hitler when Hitler was young, he could have changed Hitler to be kind. Some of Lovaa’s more controversial methods in terms of today was his use of electric shock and other kinds of physical punishment to keep a behavior from being repeated. People back in Lovaas’ times thought that Autistic individuals and other people with varying problems could not be helped. Lovaas proved through his methods that these types of individuals, or at least some…

extent. Some believe spanking is a necessary tool in instilling respect and appropriate behavior, while others argue that does more damage to a child than it does reparation. But what side of the controversy is the stronger argument? Those that are on the pro-spanking side of the discussion…

2. Behavior Analysis is fine for children with autism and people with developmental disabilities, but it does not work with “normal people.” I have been at fault for assuming that applied behavioral analysis (ABA) can only be explained as " therapy for individuals on the Autism spectrum." People only hear the term ABA on behalf of companies and organizations such as Autism Speaks. They never really understand what the term ABA means, and that is why it becomes categorized as a…

Behavior Chaining Behavior analysis often uses behavioral chaining as a common intervention with individuals with developmental delays. Therapist must create and validate a task analysis after their initial functional behavior assessment is conducted. This allows them to determine what type of behavior chaining will be used. Behavior analyst use evidence-based practices in the integration of best research evidence (Walker, 2007). Task Analysis Behavior analyses have to create and confirm task…

psychological aspects of learning and behavior in order to make the impact that I truly desire. This very special child elicited a life-changing experience, which turned my focus from classroom teaching to enacting change in different ways. Seeing children struggle to no avail is the reason I am choosing to pursue a career in educational/school psychology, working collaboratively with classroom teachers, support staff, and families to provide essential support to maximize the success of all…

Introduction In the field of behavior analysis we may encounter ethical situations that we would need to address. BCBA need to provide quality services in an ethical manner at all times (BACB, 2014). Continuing or education and knowledge of the ethical guidelines are an essential tool behavior analyst need to use often. Below are five scenarios that could happen while collaborating with other professionals in the school environments. These five scenarios were selected because ABA and the field…

Plan for Certification In order to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) one must meet the requirements as deemed necessary by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB). One of the main purposes of the BACB is to credential Behavior Analysts and provide standards for practice (Behavior Analyst Certification Board, Inc., 2016). In establishment of credentialing guidelines, the BACB has developed necessary steps which include meeting educational requirements, obtaining…

The Professional and Ethical Compliance Code for Behavior Analysts was developed to ensure ethical consistency and adherence of the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). These professional standards guide the application of ABA (Cooper, Heron, & Heward, 2007). I have worked in the social services field for most of my life and ethics have been a frequent topic of discussion in staff meetings or training workshops. When I began in the field, I did not have an understanding of the term…