Functional behavior assessment sits at the heart of behavior analytic practice. Every intervention plan worth its name begins with understanding why a behavior occurs, and the FBA is the vehicle through which that understanding is developed.
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Join Free →As artificial intelligence begins to reshape healthcare, behavior analysis stands at a critical intersection between technological advancement and clinical judgment. This session explores the emerging role of augmented intelligence in functional behavior assessment (FBA), positioning AI not as a replacement for the behavior analyst, but as a collaborative tool that can enhance efficiency and insight. Using a real-world scenario, the session walks attendees through the components of an FBA, including indirect and direct assessments, and demonstrates how AI tools like Intraverbal AI can assist in transcribing interviews, reviewing the literature, and generating hypothesized functions. The live demonstration showcases how augmented systems can streamline the process while raising essential questions about accuracy, reliability, and ethics. Attendees will engage in an interactive poll and a discussion of key issues including interobserver agreement between human and AI-generated summaries, how to validate machine-supported hypotheses, and the evolving boundaries of clinical responsibility. The presentation concludes with a 30-minute expert panel discussion, offering diverse perspectives on the future of AI-assisted assessments in ABA. This talk invites behavior analysts to grapple with a timely and pressing question: If AI can help us ask "why," how do we ensure it's answering in ways that align with our science and our values?
| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|
| BACB® | 1.5 | Ethics |
Adam Ventura, PhD, BCBA, is a leader in the integration of artificial intelligence and behavior science. He is the Founder and CEO of Intraverbal AI, a company dedicated to transforming applied behavior analysis (ABA) through AI-powered tools that support ethical decision-making, supervision, and clinical efficiency. Adam's current focus is on leveraging technology to make data-driven insights and innovative systems more accessible to behavior analysts across settings. A graduate of Florida International University (FIU) and a long-standing adjunct professor, Adam blends academic rigor with cutting-edge application. He previously founded and scaled World Evolve, Inc., a multi-state ABA service provider, which he successfully exited in 2018. An established author and speaker, he has contributed extensively to the literature on ethical practices, leadership, and now the responsible integration of AI in behavior analysis.
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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.