Challenging behavior remains one of the most common and consequential presenting concerns in behavior-analytic practice. The term encompasses a wide range of behaviors including aggression, self-injury, property destruction, elopement, and severe noncompliance that pose risks to the learner, caregivers, peers, or practitioners.
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| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|
| BACB | 12.5 | Ethics |
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All behavior-analytic intervention is individualized. The information on this page is for educational purposes and does not constitute clinical advice. Treatment decisions should be informed by the best available published research, individualized assessment, and obtained with the informed consent of the client or their legal guardian. Behavior analysts are responsible for practicing within the boundaries of their competence and adhering to the BACB Ethics Code for Behavior Analysts.