Behavior Analysis

In this episode Ben chats with Dr. Val Saini of Brock University. In the first half, Val shares his work translational research, specifically in the area of problem behaviour relapse. In the second half, we talk about how behaviour analysts can engage in antiracist work through the frame of metacontingencies. Lastly, Ben and Val discuss his work with previous guest Louis Busch on behaviour interventions for DiGeorge Syndrome.
Correction:  During this episode Ben refers to an article by Rocco Catrone (from Episode 46). The first author of the article is Dr. Natalia Baires, and Ben discusses this article thoroughly with Dr. Baires in episode 26.
 
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Show Notes:
The Behaviour Speak Podcast - Episode 11: https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-11-the-treatment-of-life-threatening-pica-with-louis-busch-bst-abs-hc-med-bcba    
The Behaviour Speak Podcast - Episode 13: https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-13-behaviour-analysis-and-psychotropic-medication-with-alison-cox-phd-bcba-d  
The Behaviour Speak Podcast - Episode 26: https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-26-smashing-the-patriarchy-a-conversation-about-sexism-and-privilege-in-behaviour-analysis-with-dr-natalia-baires-phd-bcba-d  
George Brown College: https://www.georgebrown.ca/programs/autism-and-behavioural-science-program-postgraduate-c405
Wayne Fisher: https://www.abainternational.org/constituents/bios/waynefisher.aspx  
Hank Roane: https://www.abainternational.org/constituents/bios/henryroane.aspx  
DiGeorge Syndrome: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/digeorge-syndrome/#:~:text=DiGeorge%20syndrome%20is%20a%20condition,without%20realising%20they%20have%20it    
 
Suggested Articles/Links from Dr. Valdeep Saini on Relapse:
Resurgence: https://www.redalyc.org/pdf/593/59341195014.pdf 
Renewal: https://doi.org/10.1002/jaba.400  
Reinstatement: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00213-002-1224-x 
General overview of all: https://doi.org/10.1037/bar0000119 
 
Articles Referenced:
Baires, N. A., Catrone, R., Mayer, B. K. (2021, May 12). On the importance of listening and intercultural communication for actions against racism. PsyArXiv. https://doi.org/10.31234/osf.io/7qa4z 
Louis Busch, Valdeep Saini, Sidrah Karim & Roland Jones. (2021). Evaluation and maintenance of behavioral interventions for 22q11.2 deletion syndrome. Developmental Neurorehabilitation. https://doi.org/10.1080/17518423.2021.1960919 
Saini, V. & Vance, H. (2020). Systemic racism and cultural selection: A preliminary analysis of metacontingencies. Behavior and Social Issues, 29, 52-63. https://doi.org/10.1007/s42822-020-00040-0 
Saini, V., Sullivan, W. E., Baxter, E. L., DeRosa, N. M. & Roane, H. S. (2018). Renewal during functional communication training. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 51, 603-619. https://doi.org/10.1002/jaba.471 

This episode features a powerful discussion with Dr. Natalia Baires, Ph.D., BCBA-D on topics like racism and sexism in the field of behaviour analysis.
 
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Show Notes:
The Behaviour Speak Podcast - Episode 9: https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-9-behaviour-analysis-in-senegal-with-adair-cardon-ms-bcba      
The Behaviour Speak Podcast - Episode 21: https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-21-the-effects-of-empathy-training-on-racial-bias-and-other-research-from-dr-victoria-suarez-phd-bcba-d    
The Behaviour Speak Podcast - Episode 22: https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-22-cultural-competence-with-jessica-bethel-med-bcba  
So You Want To Talk About Race - Ijeome Oluo: https://www.amazon.ca/You-Want-Talk-About-Race/dp/1580056776   
 
References:
Baires, N. A. (2020). The cultural adaptation of traditional behavior analytic interventions for Hispanic/Latinx children with autism and the caregivers and siblings who care for them.
Baires, N. A., & Koch, D. S. (2019). The Future Is Female (and Behavior Analysis): A Behavioral Account of Sexism and How Behavior Analysis Is Simultaneously Part of the Problem and Solution. Behavior analysis in practice, 13(1), 253–262. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-019-00394-x
Baires, N. A., Catrone, R., Mayer, B. K. (2021, May 12). On the importance of listening and intercultural communication for actions against racism. PsyArXiv. https://doi.org/10.31234/osf.io/7qa4z 
Glenn, S. S. (2004). Individual behavior, culture, and social change. The Behavior Analyst, 27(2), 133-151. https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03393175 
Holland, J. G. (1978). Behaviorism: Part of the problem or part of the solution. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 11(1), 163-174. https://doi.org/10.1901/jaba.1978.11-163 
LeBlanc, L. A. (2015). My mentors and their Influences on my career. The Behavior Analyst, 38, 237-245. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40614-015-0035-4 
Masuda, A. (Ed.). (2014). Mindfulness and acceptance in multicultural competency: A contextual approach to sociocultural diversity in theory and practice. New Harbinger Publications, Inc.
McSweeney, F. K., Donahoe, P., & Swindell, S. (2000). Women in applied behavior analysis. The Behavior Analyst, 23(2), 267-277. https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03392015 

In this episode, Ben sits down with Dr. Kate Gould, Clinical Neuropsychologist, Clinic Lead & Positive Behaviour Service Research Fellow at the Monash-Epworth Rehabilitation Research Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Dr. Gould shares the amazing research her team has been doing with a new model of positive behaviour support called PBS PLUS geared towards supporting people with a traumatic brain injury.
 
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Show Notes:
Dr. Gould’s page: https://research.monash.edu/en/persons/kate-gould   
Overt Behaviour Scale: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/02699050500488074?journalCode=ibij20   
Mark Ylvisaker: https://www.researchgate.net/scientific-contributions/Mark-Ylvisaker-38797942      
Collaborative Brain Injury Intervention - Positive Everyday Routines: https://www.amazon.ca/Collaborative-Brain-Injury-Intervention-Positive/dp/1565937333   
Caleb Rixon: https://genyusnetwork.com/about-cal  
 
Articles:
Carmichael, J., Gould, K., Hicks, A., Feeney, T., & Ponsford, J. (2020). Understanding Australian Community ABI Therapists’ Preferences for Training in and Implementing Behaviour Interventions: A Focus on Positive Behaviour Support. Brain Impairment, 21(2), 191-207. doi:10.1017/BrImp.2019.32
Kate Rachel Gould, Amelia J. Hicks, Malcolm Hopwood, Justin Kenardy, Iveta Krivonos, Narelle Warren & Jennie L. Ponsford. (2019). The lived experience of behaviours of concern: A qualitative study of men with traumatic brain injury. Neuropsychological Rehabilitation, 29(3), 376-394. DOI: 10.1080/09602011.2017.1307767
Kate Rachel Gould, Jennie Louise Ponsford, Amelia J. Hicks, Malcolm Hopwood, Belinda Renison & Timothy J. Feeney. (2021). Positive behaviour support for challenging behaviour after acquired brain injury: An introduction to PBS + PLUS and three case studies. Neuropsychological Rehabilitation, 31(1), 57-91. DOI: 10.1080/09602011.2019.1656647   
Kristian Holth, Kate Rachel Gould, Amelia J. Hicks, Penelope Analytis, Timothy J. Feeney & Jennie Louise Ponsford. (2021). “I’ve never been positive … I am now”: Participant perspectives of a Positive Behaviour Support intervention (PBS + PLUS) for community-living individuals with ABI and their close others. Neuropsychological Rehabilitation. DOI: 10.1080/09602011.2021.1947326

In this episode, Ben connects with Dr. Victoria Suarez on some of her recent publications in the areas of ACT, RFT, and Collaboration.
 
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BACB: 1.5 Ethics
IBAO: 1.5 Cultural/Ethics
QABA: 1.5 DEI
 
Show Notes:
Bowman, K. S., Suarez, V. D. & Weiss, M. J. (2021). Standards for interprofessional collaboration in the treatment of individuals with autism. Behavior Analysis in Practice. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-021-00560-0 
Suarez, V.D., Najdowski, A.C., Persicke, A. et al. A Laboratory Evaluation of the Effects of Empathy Training on Racial Bias. Psychol Rec (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40732-024-00606-z
Suarez, V. D., Moon, E. I. & Najdowski, A. C. (2021). Systematic review of acceptance and commitment training components in the behavioral intervention of individuals with autism and developmental disorders. Behavior Analysis in Practice. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-021-00567-7 
Pepperdine University: https://onlinegrad.pepperdine.edu/psychology/leadership-and-faculty/victoria-castillo  

In this episode, Ben chats with Wes Lowery, a managing partner with TeamABA where he focuses on Sport Behaviour Analytics. This episode was fun to record in that the discussion centred around areas outside of behaviour support and autism. Wes’ passion for working in this sector is infectious and really opens your mind to so many other applications of behaviour analysis. 
Contact:
Wesj@completeperformance.io
https://sports.completeperformance.io
 
 
Show Notes:
Approaching Professional Burnout in Behavior Analysis Through Precision Acceptance & Commitment Training (PACT): https://teamabauniversity.com/courses/burnout 
University of North Texas: https://www.unt.edu/academics/grad/behavior-analysis 
TeamABA: https://teamaballc.com 
Kirk Kirby: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirkkirby 
TeamABA University: https://teamabauniversity.com 
Behavior Chef: https://www.behaviorchef.com 
Bearded Behaviorist Todd Ward Interview: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/oh-behave-podcast/oh-behave-side-quest-with-5j2VWdtK0JH 

In this episode, Ben chats with Dr. Rebecca Sharp who directs the Applied Behaviour Analysis programme at Bangor University in Wales. Dr. Sharp's research interests include behaviour analytic approaches to working with people with dementia and traumatic brain injury.
 
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BACB: 1.5 Learning
IBAO: 1.5 Learning
QABA: 1.5 General
 
Show Notes:
University of Auckland: https://www.psych.auckland.ac.nz/en/about/our-courses/applied-behaviour-analysis.html 
Rebecca Sharp: https://www.bangor.ac.uk/psychology/staff/rebecca-sharp/en 
Enjoy Old Age - Skinner and Vaughn: https://www.amazon.ca/Enjoy-Old-Age-B-Skinner/dp/0393018059  
 
Articles Referenced:
Adkins, V. K., & Mathews, R. M. (1997). Prompted voiding to reduce incontinence in community-dwelling older adults. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 30(1), 153-156. https://doi.org/10.1901/jaba.1997.30-153 
Cohen-Mansfield, J., Dakheel-Ali, M., Marx, M. S., Thein, K., & Regier, N. G. (2015). Which unmet needs contribute to behavior problems in persons with advanced dementia?. Psychiatry Research, 228(1), 59–64. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psychres.2015.03.043 
Dixon, M. R., Nastally, B. L., & Waterman, A. (2010). The effect of gambling activities on happiness levels of nursing home residents. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 43(3), 531-535. https://doi.org/10.1901/jaba.2010.43-531 
Fahmie, T. A., & Hanley, G. P. (2008). Progressing toward data intimacy: A review of within-session data analysis. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 41(3), 319–331. https://doi.org/10.1901/jaba.2008.41-319 
Gallagher, S. M. & Keenan, M. (2000). Extending high rates of meaningful interaction among the elderly in residential care through participation in a specifically designed activity. Behavioral Interventions, 15, 113-119. https://doi.org/10.1002/(SICI)1099-078X(200004/06)15:2<113::AID-BIN46>3.0.CO;2-Y 
Green, C. W., & Reid, D. H. (1996). Defining, validating, and increasing indices of happiness among people with profound multiple disabilities. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 29(1), 67-78. https://doi.org/10.1901/jaba.1996.29-67 
Jackman, L., & Beatty, A. (2015). Using the Newcastle Model to understand people whose behaviour challenges in dementia care. Nursing Older People, 27(2), 32-39. https://doi.org/10.7748/nop.27.2.32.e666 
Lucock, Z. R., Sharp, R. A. & Jones, R. S. (2020). Preference for leisure items over edible items in individuals with dementia: A replication. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 53, 1780-1788. https://doi.org/10.1002/jaba.679 
Sharp, R. A., Lucock, Z. R. & Jones, R. S. P. (2021). Preliminary investigation of two functional assessment methods for people with dementia: Effectiveness and acceptability. Behavioral Interventions, 36, 93-104. https://doi.org/10.1002/bin.1747 
Sharp, R. A., Williams, E., Rörnes, R. et al. (2019). Lounge layout to facilitate communication and engagement in people with dementia. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 12, 637-642. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-018-00323-4 
Williams, E. E. M., Sharp, R. A. & Lamers, C. (2020). An assessment method for identifying acceptable and effective ways to present demands to an adult with dementia. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 13, 473-478. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-020-00409-y 

In this episode, Ben chats with Dr. Amy Tanner about assessment and intervention for infants and toddlers who are showing signs of autism but are too young for a formal autism diagnosis.
 
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Contact
Amy Tanner: https://www.dramytanner.com   
Links
Amy Tanner Keynote: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sn5Zyb_Ji10 
Queen’s University Centre for Behaviour Analysis: https://www.qub.ac.uk/research-centres/CentreforBehaviourAnalysis
Karola Dillenburger: https://pure.qub.ac.uk/en/persons/karola-dillenburger   
Katerina Dounavi: https://pure.qub.ac.uk/en/persons/katerina-dounavi   
Infant Start: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25212413; https://youtu.be/ygRI4MJQY8Q 
Infant Toddler Checklist: https://brookespublishing.com/product/csbs-dp-itc   
The SPARC: https://www.dramytanner.com/about   
Lonnie Zwaigenbaum: https://www.ualberta.ca/medicine/about/people/details.html?n=lonnie-zwaigenbaum   
 
Articles Referenced:
Tanner, A., & Dounavi, K. (2019). Maximizing the potential for infants at-risk for autism spectrum disorder through a parent-mediated verbal behaviour intervention. European Journal of Behaviour Analysis, 21(2), 271-291. https://doi.org/10.1080/15021149.2020.1731259 
Amy Weatherby and SORF: 
Dow, D., Guthrie, W., Stronach, S. T., & Wetherby, A. M. (2017). Psychometric analysis of the Systematic Observation of Red Flags for autism spectrum disorder in toddlers. Autism: The International Journal of Research and Practice, 21(3), 301–309. https://doi.org/10.1177/1362361316636760 
Autism Observation Infant Scale:
Bryson, S. E., Zwaigenbaum, L., McDermott, C., Rombough, V., & Brian, J. (2008). The Autism Observation Scale for Infants: Scale development and reliability data. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 38(4), 731-738. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-007-0440-y 
Systematic Literature Review:
Tanner, A., & Dounavi, K. (2021). The emergence of autism symptoms prior to 18 months of age: A systematic literature review. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 51, 973-993. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-020-04618-w 
MacDonald, R., Parry-Cruwys, D., Dupere, S., & Ahearn, W. (2014). Assessing progress and outcome of early intensive behavioral intervention for toddlers with autism. Research in Developmental Disabilities, 35(12), 3632-3644. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ridd.2014.08.036 
Relevant Behaviour Speak Podcast Epiosdes
Behavior Analysis and Fragile X Syndrome with Dr. Katerina Monlux
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-137-fragile-x-syndrome-with-dr-katerina-monlux/
 

In this episode, I sit down with Landa Fox, a board-certified behaviour analyst and certified sexual health educator.  We have an amazing discussion about a range of topics related to sexuality and sexual health.
 
Continuing Education Units (CEUs): https://cbiconsultants.com/shop
BACB: 1.5 Learning
IBAO: 1.5 Learning
QABA: 1.5 General
 
Show Notes:
Alexia Stack Podcast Interview: https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-2-trauma-informed-supports-for-autism 
Hilary McClinton and Nicole Shallow Podcast Interview: https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-4-solutions-for-sleep-with-hilary-mcclinton-bcba-and-nicole-shallow-bcba
Sexual Behavior Research and Practice Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/558576094164806 
Sunday Night Sex Show Sue Johansen: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sunday_Night_Sex_Show 
August Stockwell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/august-stockwell-phd-bcba-d-06229ab2 
Sexual Health Educators Certification: https://www.optionsforsexualhealth.org/sex-ed/shec 
Rekkers and Lovaas: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1311956; https://anchor.fm/beautiful-humans/episodes/Ep-30-Retract-Rekers-and-Lovaas1974-with-Dr--Austin-Johnson-emtvna/a-a51i6po 
Society for the Scientific Study of Sexuality Conference: https://www.sexscience.org/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=173936&module_id=452759 
Scarlateen: https://www.scarleteen.com 
Sex and Disability: https://www.springer.com/journal/11195 
American Journal of Sexuality Education: https://www.tandfonline.com/toc/wajs20/current 
Canadian Journal of Human Sexuality: https://utpjournals.press/loi/cjhs 
Journal of Sex Research: https://www.tandfonline.com/toc/hjsr20/current 
Sexuality Liberators and Movers (SLAM): https://www.stephaniespeakshere.com/the-s-l-a-m-conference 
British Columbia Ministry of Education Learning Standards: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/education-training/k-12/teach/resources-for-teachers/curriculum/bc-performance-standards 
American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists: https://www.aasect.org
Island Sexual Health: https://www.islandsexualhealth.org 
Shift: https://shift-education.com 
GF Strong Sexual Rehabilitation Team: https://www.brainstreams.ca/resources/returning-to-life/sexual-health-rehabilitation-service-gf-strong 
Dave Hinsburger Trainings: https://diverse-city.com 
Hand-made Love/Finger Tips: https://diverse-city.com/online-store-2/dvds 
Melissa Pintor Carnagey: https://sexpositivefamilies.com/about 

In episode 13 Ben chats with Dr. Alison Cox, BCBA-D, about her research on psychotropic medication including effects on behavioural function, side effects and more!
 
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BACB: 1.5 Learning
IBAO: 1.5 Learning
QABA: 1.5 General
 
Show Notes:
Brock University: https://brocku.ca/social-sciences/applied-disability-studies/people-in-the-department/alison-cox    
Dr. Marc Lanovaz - The Behaviour Speak Podcast Episode: https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-8-artificial-intelligence-and-behaviour-analysis-with-marc-lanovaz-phd-bcba-d  
Tom Freeman Course at FIT: https://abafit.coursewebs.com/cart/pageCourseInfo.aspx?Course_ID=BEHP1054&Section_ID=0&add_to_cart=0
 
References:
Cox, A., Leung, J., Morgan, M-C & Anderson, B. (2021). Examining research trends in the treatment of adults with problem behavior and intellectual and developmental disabilities: A brief review. Behavioral Development, 26(1), 14-28.
Cox, A. D. & Virues‐Ortega, J. (2016). Interactions between behavior function and psychotropic medication. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 49, 85-104. https://doi.org/10.1002/jaba.247 
Crosland, K. A., Zarcone, J. R., Lindauer, S. E., Valdovinos, M. G., Zarcone, T. J., Hellings, J. A., & Schroeder, S. R. (2003). Use of functional analysis methodology in the evaluation of medication effects. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 33(3), 271-279. https://doi.org/10.1023/a:1024402500425 
Fisher, W., Piazza, C. C., Page, T. J. (1989). Assessing independent and interactive effects of behavioral and pharmacologic interventions for a client with dual diagnoses. Journal of Behavior Therapy and Experimental Psychiatry, 20(3), 241-250. https://doi.org/10.1016/0005-7916(89)90029-3 
Northup, J., Fusilier, I., Swanson, V., Huete, J., Bruce, T., Freeland, J., Gulley, V. & Edwards, S. (1999). Further analysis of the separate and interactive effects of methylphenidate and common classroom contingencies. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 32, 35-50. https://doi.org/10.1901/jaba.1999.32-35 
Northup, J., Fusilier, I., Swanson, V., Roane, H. & Borrero, J. (1997). An evaluation of methylphenidate as a potential establishing operation for some common classroom reinforcers. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 30, 615-625. https://doi.org/10.1901/jaba.1997.30-615 
Rapp, J. T., Swanson, G., Dornbusch, K. (2007). Temporary increases in problem behavior and sleep disruption following decreases in medication: A descriptive analysis of conditional rates. Behavior Modification, 31, 825-846. https://doi.org/10.1177/0145445507301653
Valdovinos, M. G. (2019). Psychotropic medication in intellectual and developmental disabilities: Patterns of use and recommendations for monitoring effects. Current Developmental Disorders Reports, 6, 195–201. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40474-019-00179-5
Valdovinos, M. G., Caruso, M., Roberts, C., Kim, G., Kennedy, C. H., Bodfish, J. (2005). Medical and behavioral symptoms as potential medication side effects in adults with developmental disabilities. American Journal of Mental Retardation, 110(3), 164-170. https://doi.org/10.1352/0895-8017(2005)110<164:MABSAP>2.0.CO;2
Valdovinos, M. G., Schieber, E., McMahon, M. et al. (2017). Adverse side effects of psychotropic medication and challenging behavior: Pilot work assessing impact. Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities, 29, 969-982. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10882-017-9570-0
van Haaren, F. & Weeden, M. (2013). Some guidelines for conducting research in applied behavioral pharmacology. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 46, 498-506. https://doi.org/10.1002/jaba.47
Zarcone, J. R., Lindauer, S. E., Morse, P. S., Crosland, K. A., Valdovinos, M. G., McKerchar, T. L., Matthew Reese, R., Hellings, J. A., & Schroeder, S. R. (2004). Effects of risperidone on destructive behavior of persons with developmental disabilities: III. Functional analysis. American Journal on Mental Retardation, 109(4), 310-321. https://doi.org/10.1352/0895-8017(2004)109<310:EORODB>2.0.CO;2 

In this episode I chat with Danielle Watson, a Ph.D. Candidate at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology and former co-host of the influential podcast: The Controversial Exchange. We dive into her recent study on safety skills and explore some of the cool things she is working on towards her end goal of being the next Dr. Watson.
 
Continuing Education Units (CEUs): https://cbiconsultants.com/shop
BACB: 1.5 Learning
IBAO: 1.5 Learning
QABA: 1.5 General
 
Show Notes:
The Daily BA and The Controversial Exchange: https://www.thedailyba.com/tce   
The Convergence of Human and Animal Training and Technology Conference: https://chattcon.com 
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology: https://www.thechicagoschool.edu/online/programs/ph-d-applied-behavior-analysis-credential-track 
St. Joseph’s University Criminal Justice Program: https://www.sju.edu/degree-programs/criminal-justice-ms   
The Do Better Movement (Listen. Learn. Lead.): https://www.facebook.com/groups/dobettermovement 
Thomas Zentall, Ph.D.: https://psychology.as.uky.edu/users/zentall 
 
References:
Locey, M. L., Safin, V., & Rachlin, H. (2013). Social discounting and the prisoner’s dilemma game. Journal of the Experimental Analysis of Behavior, 99(1), 85-97.
Molet, M., Miller, H. C., Laude, J. R. et al. (2012). Decision making by humans in a behavioral task: Do humans, like pigeons, show suboptimal choice?. Learning & Behavior, 40, 439–447. https://doi.org/10.3758/s13420-012-0065-7 
Morford, Z. H., & Cihon, T. M. (2013). Developing an experimental analysis of metacontingencies: Considerations regarding cooperation in a four-person prisoner’s dilemma game. Behavior and Social Issues, 22, 5-20.
Yi, R., Johnson, M. W., & Bickel, W. K. (2005). Relationship between cooperation in an iterated prisoner’s dilemma game and the discounting of hypothetical outcomes. Learning & Behavior, 33(3), 324-336.

In this episode I’m humbled to chat with one of Ontario’s best known behaviour analysts. Louis Busch talks about the great work he is doing at Toronto’s Centre for Addictions and Mental Health including a discussion of his case study about an individual struggling with severe pica.
 
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BACB: 1.5 Learning
IBAO: 1.5 Learning
QABA: 1.5 General
 
Show Notes:
George Brown College: https://www.georgebrown.ca/programs/honours-bachelor-of-behaviour-analysis-program-s302  
Andrew McNamara: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-mcnamara-ph-d-bcba-a0a38029  
Ken Hamilton: https://www.georgebrown.ca/health-sciences/health-wellness/faculty-directory  
CAMH: http://www.camh.ca  
Lisa Orsi (Louis’ Partner): https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-orsi-78107b17  
 
References:
Busch, L. P. A., Saini, V., Zorzos, C., et al. (2018). Treatment of life-threatening pica with 5-year follow-up. Advances in Neurodevelopmental Disorders, 2, 335-343. https://doi.org/10.1007/s41252-018-0053-9 
Donnelly, D. R., & Olczak, P. V. (1990). The effect of differential reinforcement of incompatible behaviors (DRI) on pica for cigarettes in person with intellectual disability. Behavior Modification, 14(1), 81-96.
Foxx, R., & Martin, E. (1975). Treatment of scavenging behavior (coprophagy and pica) by overcorrection. Behaviour Research and Therapy, 13, 153-162.
Iwata, B. A., Dorsey, M. F., Slifer, K. J., Bauman, K. E., & Richman, G. S. (1994). Toward a functional analysis of self‐injury. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 27(2), 197-209.
Piazza, C. C., Fisher, W. W., Hanley, G. P., LeBlanc, L. A., Worsdell, A. S., Lindaur, S. E., & Keeney, K. M. (1998). Treatment of pica through multiple analyses of its reinforcing functions. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 31(2), 165-189.
Vollmer, T. R., Marcus, B. A., Ringdahl, J. E., & Roane, H. S. (1995). Progressing from brief assessments to extended experimental analyses in the evaluation of aberrant behavior. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 28(4), 561-576.

In this episode Ben chats with researcher Marc Lanovaz about the exciting world of machine learning and AI as it applies to the work of behaviour analysts.
 
Continuing Education Units (CEUs): https://cbiconsultants.com/shop
BACB: 1.5 Learning
IBAO: 1.5 Learning
QABA: 1.5 General
 
Marc’s Upcoming Workshop (April 30, 2021): https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/introduction-to-machine-learning-for-behavior-analysts-6-ceus-registration-139441708905
 
Articles Referenced In This Episode:
Lanovaz, M. J., Giannakakos, A. R., & Destras, O. (2020). Machine learning to analyze single-case data: A proof of concept. Perspectives on Behavior Science, 43, 21-38.
Lanovaz, M. J. & Hranchuk, K. (2021). Machine learning to analyze single case graphs: A comparison to visual inspection. (in press).
Lanovaz, M. J. & Bailey, J. (2021).  Tutorial: Artificial neural networks and deep learning to analyze single case designs. (in press).
Bailey, J., Baker, J. C., Rzeszutek, M. J., & Lanovaz, M. J. (2021). Machine learning for supplementing behavioral assessment. Perspectives on Behavior Science. (online issue).
Dufour, M. M., Lanovaz, M. J., & Cardinal, P. (2020). Artificial intelligence for the measurement of stereotypy. Journal of the Experimental Analysis of Behavior, 114, 368-380.
Fisher, W. W., Kelley, M. E. & Lomas, J. E. (2003). Visual aids and structured criteria for improving visual inspection and interpretation of single-case designs. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 36(3), 387-406.
Hagopian, L. P. , Fisher, W. W., Thompson, R. H., Owen-DeSchryvier, J., Iwata, B. A., & Wacker, D. P. (1997). Toward the development of structured criteria for interpretation of functional analysis data. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 30(2), 313-326.
Turgeon, S. & Lanovaz, M. J. (2020). Tutorial: Applying machine learning in behavioral research. Perspectives on Behavior Science, 43(44), 697-723.
 
Github: https://github.com
 
Open Source Framework: https://osf.io
 
Marc Lanovaz’s Lab: https://lanovazlab.com

In this episode Ben chats with Dr. Nicole Neil who is an Assistant Professor and Coordinator of the Applied Behaviour Analysis program at Western University.  Nicole’s research focuses on behaviour analytic supports for individuals with Down Syndrome.
 
Continuing Education Units (CEUs): https://cbiconsultants.com/shop
BACB: 1.0 Learning
IBAO: 1.0 Learning
QABA: 1.0 General
 
Show Notes:
McMaster University - Hamilton Ontario: https://www.science.mcmaster.ca/pnb 
Brock University - St. Catherines Ontario: https://brocku.ca/programs/graduate/mad
Emily Jones, Queens College CUNY: https://www.gc.cuny.edu/Page-Elements/Academics-Research-Centers-Initiatives/Doctoral-Programs/Psychology/Faculty-Bios/Emily-A-Jones
London Down Syndrome Association: https://www.ldsa.ca
Canadian Down Syndrome Society: https://cdss.ca
Deborah Fidler: https://www.chhs.colostate.edu/bio-page/deborah-fidler-2364
Milleu Communication Training: https://link.springer.com/referenceworkentry/10.1007%2F978-1-4419-1698-3_1679
Elisabeth Dykens: https://peabody.vanderbilt.edu/bio/elisabeth-dykens
Off to a Good Start: A Behaviorally Based Model for Teaching Children with Down Syndrome: https://www.woodbinehouse.com/product/off-to-a-good-start-book-1 ; https://www.woodbinehouse.com/product/off-to-a-good-start-a-behaviorally-based-model-for-teaching-children-with-down-syndrome-book-2-teaching-programs 
 
Articles Referenced:
Neil, N. M. & Jones, E. A. (2019). Effects of intervention intensity on skill acquisition and task persistence in children with Down syndrome. Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 32, 1163-1175.
Hart, K. M., and Neil, N. (2021). Down syndrome caregivers' support needs: a mixed‐method participatory approach. Journal of Intellectual Disability Research, 65, 60-76. 
Neil, N., Amicarelli, A., Anderson, B., & Liesmer, K. (in press). A Meta-Analysis of Single-Case Research on Applied Behavior Analytic Interventions for Individuals with Down Syndrome.
Neil, N. & Liesemer, K. (2020). Early behavioral intervention for young children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Current Developmental Disorder Reports, 7, 139-148.

In this episode I chat with Hilary and Nicole about everything from sleep assessment to intervention. 
 
Continuing Education Units (CEUs): https://cbiconsultants.com/shop
BACB: 1.5 Learning
IBAO: 1.5 Learning
QABA: 1.5 General
 
Show Notes:
Durand, V. Mark, "Sleep better!: A guide to improving sleep for children with special needs." (1998). Faculty Books. 47.
Friman, P. C. (2005). Good night, sweet dreams, I love you: Now get into bed and go to sleep! Boys Town, NE: Boys Town Press.
Greg Hanley’s Sleep Tutorial:  https://practicalfunctionalassessment.com/presentations
Dr. Keira Moore, BCBA-D:  https://moorebehaviorconsulting.com
Dr. Craig Canapari:  https://drcraigcanapari.com/year-in-sleep2020
Dr. Cathleen Piazza:  https://experts.nebraska.edu/en/publications/bedtime-fading-in-the-treatment-of-pediatric-insomnia
Walker, Matthew. 2018. Why We Sleep. Harlow, England: Penguin Books.
Hilary McClinton Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coastalridgeconsulting/
 
Journals:
Sleep:  https://academic.oup.com/sleep
Journal of Sleep Research:  https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/journal/13652869
Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine:  https://jcsm.aasm.org/journal/jcsm
Journal of Pediatrics:  https://www.jpeds.com
 
Podcast Episodes:
Dr. Sandy Jin:  https://www.abainsidetrack.com/home/2017/5/15/episode-32-sleeeeeep
 
Research:
Friman, P.C., Hoff, K.E., Schnoes, C., Freeman, K.A., Woods, D.W., & Blum, N.  (1999).  The bedtime pass: An approach to bedtime crying and leaving the room.  Archive of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, 153, 1027-1029. doi:10.1001/archpedi.153.10.1027
Jin, C.S., Hanley, G.P, & Beaulieu, L.  (2013).  An individualized and comprehensive approach to treating sleep problems in young children.  Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 46, 161-180.  doi: 10.1002/jaba.16

In this episode, Ben chats with Maria Sample, a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst in Vancouver, BC.  Maria and Ben talk about the Early Start Denver Model and Parent Coaching.  They go down a few rabbit holes in their conversation including ABA Reform, The Balance Program, Naturalistic Developmental Behaviour Interventions, and even talk about life in the circus arts!
 
Continuing Education Units (CEUs): https://cbiconsultants.com/shop
BACB: 1.0 Learning
IBAO: 1.0 Learning
QABA: 1.0 General
 
Show Notes:
Association for Science in Autism Treatment:
https://asatonline.org
https://asatonline.org/for-parents/becoming-a-savvy-consumer/is-there-science-behind-that-early-denver-model
RUBI Parent Training Curriculum: https://www.rubinetwork.org
Simon Fraser University/Douglas College ABA Program: https://www.sfu.ca/psychology/ugrad/programs/ABAConcentration.html
Laura Grow, Ph.D., BCBA-D: https://www.gardenacademy.org/grow
Maria’s Master’s Thesis: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/jaba.797
Pivotal Response Training in Nova Scotia: https://novascotia.ca/dhw/mental-health/documents/Nova-Scotias-Early-Intensive-Behavioural-Intervention-Program.pdf
Naturalistic Developmental Behavior Interventions Review: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4513196
Laurie Vismara: https://10to8.com/book/esdmonline
Balance Parent Coaching Program: https://ftfbc.com/courses/dr-ruppel-presents-the-balance-program
Podcast episodes that discuss ABA reform:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-25-aba-reform-movement-jo-ramirez-messina-jeff-newman/id1476337731?i=1000489139828
https://anchor.fm/beautiful-humans/episodes/Ep-26-ABA-Reform-Movement-with-Jo-Ramirez-Messina-and-Jeff-Newmanpart-2-ei4foh
ESDM Randomized Control Trial: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4951085

Ben chats with Alexia Stack, M.Ed, BCBA about all things trauma and autism including a thorough discussion of her 2019 article entitled “Autism Spectrum Disorder and the Experience of Traumatic Events: Review of the Current Literature to Inform Modifications to a Treatment Model for Children with Autism”.  They also talk about consent, assent, acceptance and commitment training and so much more!
 
Continuing Education Units (CEUs): https://cbiconsultants.com/shop
BACB: 1.5 Learning
IBAO: 1.5 Learning
QABA: 1.5 Trauma-Informed Care
 
Show Notes:
Stack, A., & Lucyshyn, J. (2019). Autism Spectrum Disorder and the Experience of Traumatic Events: Review of the Current Literature to Inform Modifications to a Treatment Model for Children with Autism. Journal of autism and developmental disorders, 49(4), 1613–1625. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-018-3854-9
Forthcoming chapter in The Handbook of Autism Spectrum Disorder and the Law: https://law.stanford.edu/publications/clinicians-as-advocacy-allies-for-people-with-autism-spectrum-disorder
Kim Bartholomew Attachment Research: http://www.sfu.ca/psychology/people/bartholomew/papers/adultattachment.html
National Institute for the Clinical Application of Behavioral Medicine: https://www.nicabm.com
Praxis Continuing Education and Training: https://www.praxiscet.com
Cusp Emergence (Camille Kolu, Ph.D, BCBA-D): https://cuspemergence.com
Robin Walser, Ph D.: http://www.tlconsultationservices.com/Podcasts-and-Interviews.html
The Association for Contextual Behavior Science: https://contextualscience.org
 
Facebook Groups:
Trauma (ACES) From An Applied Behavior Analysis Perspective: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2190700404281176
Trauma-Informed Schools: https://www.facebook.com/groups/542002662929768
Listen.Learn.Lead: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dobettermovement
ACT for ABA Practitioners: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1429925357078709
Contextual Behavior Science: https://www.facebook.com/groups/139577856152643
 
Recommended References:
Brenner, J., Pan, Z., Mazefsky, C., Smith, K. A., & Gabriels, R. (2017). Behavioral symptoms of reported abuse in children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder in inpatient settings. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-017-3183-4.
Ciarrochi J., Hayes, L. & Bailey, A. (2012). Get out of your mind and into your life for teens: A guide to living an extraordinary life. 
Cohen, J. A., Mannarino, A., Kliethermes, M. & Murray, L. K. (2012). Trauma-focused CBT for youth with complex trauma. Child Abuse and Neglect, 36, 528-541.
Cohen, J. A., Mannarino, A. & Murray, L. K. (2011). Trauma-focused CBT for youth who experience ongoing traumas. Child Abuse and Neglect, 35, 637-646.
Dixon, M., & Paliliunas., D. AIM: A behavior analytic curriculum for social emotional development in children.
Felitti, V. J., Anda, R. F., Nordenberg, D., Williamson, D. F., Spitz, A. M., Edwards, V., Koss, M. P., & Marks, J. S. (1998). Relationship of childhood abuse and household dysfunction to many of the leading causes of death in adults: The adverse childhood experiences (ACE) study. American Journal of Preventive Medicine, 14(4), 245-256.
Hayes, S. (2005). Get out of your mind and into your life: The new acceptance and commitment therapy.
Hoover, D. W. (2015). The effects of psychological trauma on children with autism spectrum disorders: A research review. Review Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2, 287-299.
Kerns, C., Newschaffer, C., & Berkowitz, S., & Lee, B. K. (2017). Brief report: Examining the association of autism and adverse childhood experiences in the national survey of children’s health: The important role of income and co-occuring mental health conditions. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 47, 2275-2281.