Ethics for Behavior Analysts

Bailey, Jon S.; Burch, Mary R.

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“…The careful consideration of ethical guidelines in the implementation of behavior-change programs for students with disabilities is critical, especially in rural areas where behavior analysts might be working in isolation or have limited resources to provide adequate supervision. Behavior analysts working outside of behavioral organizations or close-knit professional communities may be more vulnerable to a gradual drift from ethical practice (Bailey & Burch, 2016). Once these practitioners step onto the slippery slope, it is often inevitable that they continue to engage in unethical behavior (Gino et al, 2014).…”

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“…In 2014, the BACB set forth the Professional and Ethical Compliance Code for Behavior Analysts , which was the third update on ethical guidelines for practicing behavior analysts. The “Code,” as it has become known, became effective January 1, 2016, and comprises 10 sections of ethical behavior for BACBs and an accompanying glossary of terms (Bailey & Burch, 2016):…”

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Ethical Issues in Rural Programs for Behavior Analysis for Students With Disabilities

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Dotson

2017

Rural Special Education Quarterly

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Procedures derived from the field of applied behavior analysis (ABA) have extensive research support for use with students with disabilities, such as autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disability, and emotional and behavioral disorders. These procedures should be implemented within the parameters of professional and ethical guidelines to promote positive student outcomes. Issues concerning the ethical use of behavior analytic procedures may arise when programming for students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in rural, isolated, or remote areas. Key elements of ethical practice for rural professionals include cultural competence, understanding one’s limits of expertise, and effective training and supervision for direct implementers. The authors conducted a survey of 76 behavior analysts to determine ethical dilemmas in rural practice and how these issues were resolved. They found no significant differences between rural and metro areas. Suggestions for practitioners and further research are highlighted.

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Ethical Issues in Rural Programs for Behavior Analysis for Students With Disabilities

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Dotson

2017

Rural Special Education Quarterly

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“…Restrictiveness can be defined as the effect of a procedure that constrains an individual’s ability to freely engage in desired or necessary life events or activities, including physical mobility and access to reinforcement (Bailey & Burch, 2016). Behavior analysts will evaluate the restrictiveness of treatment procedures and always advocate for the least restrictive procedure that is most effective in producing desired change.…”

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“…As aforementioned, BCBAs are required to strictly adhere to a professional and ethical code influenced by nine key principles (Bailey & Burch, 2016; Koocher & Keith-Spiegel, 1998). These foundational principles (see Table 1) compel behavior analysts to act in ways that are just, beneficent, responsible, and compassionate and to seek the highest levels of excellence and personal responsibility in their practice.…”

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Board Certified Behavior Analysts and Related Ethical and Professional Practice Considerations for Rural Schools

Menendez

Mayton

Yurick

2017

Rural Special Education Quarterly

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When rural school districts employ Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) to assist in meeting the needs of students with disabilities, it is important that they be aware of the ethical and professional guidelines to which BCBAs are required to adhere. This article describes the role of these guidelines within the practice of BCBAs and presents several fictitious scenarios depicting ethical dilemmas faced by BCBAs working in school settings. The authors present specific guidelines from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board’s Professional and Ethical Compliance Code related to each scenario and provide a response to each scenario that identifies some of the key ethical and professional considerations.

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Ethics in Basic and Applied Research

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Kanaman

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The Encyclopedia of Child and Adolescent Development

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Child development involves systematic changes across physical, cognitive, and psychosocial domains throughout the lifespan. Research on development has been instrumental in the advancement of screening and assessment tools; programs for prevention, education, and intervention; and public health initiatives. Basic and applied behavior‐analytic research has led to many advances in understanding the development of children across the lifespan, primarily by focusing on the laws or principles of behavior. Researchers who apply scientific methodology when conducting basic behavior‐analytic research engage in the study and identification of behavioral processes and principles that influence learning (i.e., skill acquisition). Human subject research has produced socially significant findings; however, as history has revealed, human subject research has also produced troubling ethical predicaments, violating basic human rights and putting subjects at physical and psychological risk. Ethical principles have shaped current research practices and provide a basis from which current ethical codes are derived. It is the duty of research organizations to create ethical codes of conduct applicable to their missions. Researchers have an obligation to not only develop but also adhere to current standards for ethical research. Furthermore, researchers are obligated to effectively teach ethical research to others, so as to increase compliance with ethical standards and protect human subjects.

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Ethics for Behavior Analysts

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Ethical Issues in Rural Programs for Behavior Analysis for Students With Disabilities

Ethical Issues in Rural Programs for Behavior Analysis for Students With Disabilities

Board Certified Behavior Analysts and Related Ethical and Professional Practice Considerations for Rural Schools

Ethics in Basic and Applied Research

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