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Behavior analysts (COIs) on the many ways functional analyses harm autistics link.springer.com/article/10.1... to mitigate the intended harms, "padded floors & walls"? "a paging system to alert the facility of potentially dangerous situations"? "electromagnetic locks on treatment room doors"? etc

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Katherine R. Brown, Casey Irwin Helvey, Michael P. Kranak, Abigail Lavin (2025). Functional Analysis Decision-Making Considerations. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 18(4), 1237-1254. Springer Science and Business Media LLC.

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Katherine R. Brown, Casey Irwin Helvey, Michael P. Kranak, Abigail Lavin (2025). Functional Analysis Decision-Making Considerations. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 18(4), 1237-1254. Springer Science and Business Media LLC.

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9 Apr 2025
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10.1007/s40617-025-01057-w
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Katherine R. Brown, Casey Irwin Helvey, Michael P. Kranak, Abigail Lavin
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Behavior Analysis in Practice
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18(4), 1237-1254
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article
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Springer Science and Business Media LLC
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Abstract Functional analysis (FA) is often considered an integral component of treating severe challenging behavior (e.g., aggression, self-injury). Given its essential nature, there are a growing number of publications aimed at supporting clinicians’ understanding of FA design and methodological refinements for addressing barriers to implementation. The current paper builds on previous work by offering a guide for clinicians new to FA implementation. In particular, guidance is provided on when and under what conditions to include specific FA test conditions and how to select a given methodology for a case. In addition, we provide an in-depth discussion on best practices for safe and ethical FAs, regardless of the chosen setting, implementer, or methodology.

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