The ethical practice of behavior analysis has always required careful navigation of competing principles, professional obligations, and contextual realities. However, the current climate presents behavior analysts with ethical challenges that are qualitatively different from those addressed in traditional ethics training.
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Join Free →The field of behavior analysis places a strong emphasis on ethical conduct, ensuring the protection and well-being of clients while adhering to an ethical code. As behavior analysts navigate the challenges presented by the current climate, it is imperative to consider the evolving ethical considerations inherent in our practice. The presentation will begin by highlighting the foundational ethical principles, such as beneficence, respect for persons, and justice that guide behavior analysts in our work. We will then explore specific ethical challenges that have emerged, including the increased use of telehealth and remote services, navigating cultural and contextual considerations, and ensuring informed consent and client confidentiality in an increasingly interconnected digital world. Additionally, we will discuss the role of behavior analysts in addressing ethical issues, promoting inclusivity, and advocating for clients from diverse backgrounds. We will examine the importance of ongoing cultural competence, self-reflection, and continuing education as a means to address implicit biases and promote equitable treatment. Practical strategies and case examples will be provided to illustrate how behavior analysts can navigate ethical dilemmas in the context of a rapidly changing world.
| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
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| BACB® | 1 | Ethics |
Mary Reagan, M.S., J.D., BCBA, LBA, IBA Mary Reagan is the Assistant Director of Student Success and an adjunct professor at the University of West Florida where she teaches coursework in behavior analysis while pursuing a PhD in Applied Behavior Analysis at Simmons University. Mary earned an M.S. from Jacksonville State University in Psychology with an emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis and is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst, Licensed Behavior Analyst (Alabama), and International Behavior Analyst. Before her interest was sparked in Behavior Analysis, Mary practiced law and has a Juris Doctor from Regent University, as well as a B.S. in finance from the University of Alabama at Birmingham.Mary is the Executive Director for the Standard Celeration Society, a special interest group of Applied Behavior Analysis International. She is also an Advisor for the Cambridge Center for Behavioral Studies. She has presented at the annual conference of the Standard Celeration Society, ABAI, and the NROC Member Meeting. Her research interests include ethics, supervision, precision teaching, and instructional design.Mary enjoys traveling, reading, cooking, collecting wine, and spending time with her pups.
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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.