Term
| 4.01 Conceptual Consistency |
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Definition
Behavior analysts design behavior-change programs that are conceptually consistent with behavior analytic
principles. |
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| 4.02 Involving Clients in Planning and Consent |
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Definition
| Behavior analysts involve the client in the planning of and consent for behavior-change programs |
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| 4.03 Individualized Behavior-Change Programs |
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Definition
(a) Behavior analysts must tailor behavior-change programs to the unique behaviors, environmental
variables, assessment results, and goals of each client.
(b) Behavior analysts do not plagiarize other professionals’ behavior-change programs. |
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| 4.04 Approving Behavior-Change Programs |
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Definition
Behavior analysts must obtain the client’s written approval of the behavior-change program before
implementation or making significant modifications (e.g., change in goals, use of new procedures) |
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Term
| 4.05 Describing Behavior-Change Program Objectives |
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Definition
Behavior analysts describe, in writing, the objectives of the behavior-change program to the client
before attempting to implement the program. To the extent possible, a risk-benefit analysis should be
conducted on the procedures to be implemented to reach the objective. The description of program
objectives and the means by which they will be accomplished is an ongoing process throughout the
duration of the client-practitioner relationship |
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| 4.06 Describing Conditions for Behavior-Change Program Success |
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Definition
Behavior analysts describe to the client the environmental conditions that are necessary for the
behavior-change program to be effective |
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| 4.07 Environmental Conditions that Interfere with Implementation |
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Definition
(a) If environmental conditions prevent implementation of a behavior-change program, behavior
analysts recommend that other professional assistance (e.g., assessment, consultation or therapeutic
intervention by other professionals) be sought.
(b) If environmental conditions hinder implementation of the behavior-change program, behavior
analysts seek to eliminate the environmental constraints, or identify in writing the obstacles to
doing so. |
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Term
| 4.08 Considerations Regarding Punishment Procedures |
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Definition
(a) Behavior analysts recommend reinforcement rather than punishment whenever possible.
(b) If punishment procedures are necessary, behavior analysts always include reinforcement procedures
for alternative behavior in the behavior-change program.
(c) Before implementing punishment-based procedures, behavior analysts ensure that appropriate
steps have been taken to implement reinforcement-based procedures unless the severity or
dangerousness of the behavior necessitates immediate use of aversive procedures.
(d) Behavior analysts ensure that aversive procedures are accompanied by an increased level of training,
supervision, and oversight. Behavior analysts must evaluate the effectiveness of aversive procedures
in a timely manner and modify the behavior-change program if it is ineffective. Behavior analysts
always include a plan to discontinue the use of aversive procedures when no longer needed |
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| 4.09 Least Restrictive Procedures |
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Definition
Behavior analysts review and appraise the restrictiveness of procedures and always recommend the
least restrictive procedures likely to be effective |
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| 4.10 Avoiding Harmful Reinforcers |
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Definition
Behavior analysts minimize the use of items as potential reinforcers that may be harmful to the health
and development of the client, or that may require excessive motivating operations to be effective |
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