Medication management for ADHD and other neurodivergent conditions represents one of the most common yet least discussed topics in the training and practice of behavior analysts. BCBAs frequently work with clients who take psychotropic medications, yet many behavior analysts report feeling unprepared to contribute meaningfully to medication-related conversations with prescribing professionals.
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Join Free →Medication changes can feel like a black box—BCBAs see the effects but often don't know what to expect, what to track, or how to contribute meaningfully to the conversation. This interactive 1.5 Ethics CEU event will equip behavior analysts with the tools to be an active part of the multidisciplinary team. We'll explore common medications utilized for mental health, their behavioral impacts, and how to track side effects without overstepping our ethical boundaries. Attendees will leave with a clear roadmap for navigating medication conversations, tracking behavioral trends, and advocating effectively within their professional role.
| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|
| BACB® | 1.5 | Ethics |
Nicole is an ambitious, driven and dedicated educator and behavior analyst who has been in this field for almost 20 years. Nicole takes a holistic and system-based approach to therapeutic and educational support. Her background has afforded her the ability to work with children with a wide variety of needs in almost every setting. This experience has created an eclectic and outside-the-box approach to therapy that blends scientific knowledge, developmental understanding, educational standards and therapeutic treatments. Currently, Nicole runs three businesses: one focused on practical solutions for families through direct intervention; one that provides training to improve inclusive settings; and one geared towards improving fieldwork supervision practices. In addition, she is an adjunct professor at CUNY Hunter College in the ABA department.
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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.