The seven dimensions of applied behavior analysis, articulated in the foundational 1968 literature, have served as the field's guiding framework for over five decades. These dimensions, applied, behavioral, analytic, technological, conceptually systematic, effective, and generality, define what makes an intervention truly behavior analytic and distinguish the field from other approaches to behavior change.
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Join Free →In our coursework, we are taught that the seven dimensions of behavior analysis serve as our guiding principles. However, as our field has evolved and matured, we have encountered some challenges that may not be fully addressed by the original seven dimensions. Penney et al. (2023) proposed an additional dimension: compassion. Despite this inclusion, we might still be overlooking a crucial aspect of our work: humility. In this talk, Dr. Shane T. Spiker will explore the benefits and implications of incorporating humility as an additional dimension in our practices.
| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|
| BACB® | 1 | Ethics |
Shane Spiker is a BCBA in Ormond Beach, Florida. Shane received his MS of Psychology in 2012 from the University of Phoenix. In May 2019, he graduated with his PhD in Clinical Psychology with a concentration on instructional design from Walden University. He has been providing services in the field of ABA since 2010, with the majority of his experience with adults with autism and other disabilities. Shane specializes working with teens and adults with dangerous problem behavior, sexual behavior as well as medically complex individuals. Primarily, Shane serves as the Clinical Training and Safety Director at PBS, Corp. Currently, Shane previously served as the Vice President of the Sexual Behavior: Research and Practice SIG through ABAI. He has written and published several articles related to behavior analysis and practice. Additionally, he serves as a co-instructor at Florida Institute of Technology, Arizona State University and Regis College, where he teaches graduate level coursework. He honestly just wants a good cup of coffee right now.
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