Artificial intelligence has arrived in behavior analysis, not as a distant possibility but as a present reality that practitioners are already encountering in their daily work. Whether through AI-powered note generation tools, machine learning algorithms in assessment platforms, or generative AI chatbots that families consult before calling their BCBA, the technology is reshaping the landscape in which behavior analytic services are delivered.
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Join Free →Although the field of artificial intelligence (AI) began in the 1950s, it has only become a frequent topic of conversation in recent years, corresponding with the rise of a specific type of AI known as generative AI. AI will play an increasingly important role in how people work and move through life going forward. Behavior analysts who understand what AI is (and is not) will be best prepared to make informed decisions about whether, when, and how to introduce AI into their work. In this presentation, we will briefly explore different types of AI with a focus on generative AI, discussing ways in which generative AI can be considered as similar to and different from the ways in which humans think and learn. The majority of time will be devoted to an interactive discussion of areas that AI might enhance or detract from the work of BCBAs with examples of what is possible now and what may be possible within the next year Learning Objectives: Differentiate between Generative AI and other types of AI Identify realistic and unrealistic concerns about AI and behavioral health Describe ways AI can enhance a BCBAs ability to work efficiently, effectively, and ethically
| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
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| BACB® | 1 | Ethics |
| COA | 1 | — |
Dr. Cynthia M. Anderson is the Chief Clinical Officer at Avela Health, where she leads clinical strategy and program development aimed at transforming how care is delivered to neurodivergent individuals across the lifespan. She is a Licensed Psychologist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA-D) and holds a PhD in Clinical Child Psychology from West Virginia University. For more than 15 years, Dr. Anderson has maintained a robust portfolio of federally funded research focused on improving outcomes for autistic children, supporting families, and advancing ethical and context-sensitive models of intervention. She has published extensively in the areas of autism, family-centered care, school consultation, and behavioral intervention, and has contributed to national guidelines and best-practice initiatives. Dr. Anderson has held numerous editorial leadership roles, including past service as an Associate Editor for School Psychology Review, Behavior Analysis in Practice, and other journals. She has also served in leadership positions within national professional organizations including ABAI, contributing to efforts to enhance quality, ethical practice, and the integration of science-backed, neurodiversity-affirming approaches. Across her clinical, research, and leadership roles, Dr. Anderson is committed to promoting individualized, strength-focused, and ethically grounded supports that honor the goals and dignity of autistic people and their families.
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