Hey there behaviorists!
Listen below to the new episode of JABA in one take. This is the series where we break down a paper from JABA so that you, the research-focused practitioner can keep up with current research literature.
This episode covers the serious matter of consent and assent as it relates to behavior analytic research. Reviewing the common laws on the topic, the authors make the point that, legally, we may not be required to do much… But that does not mean that ethically, we are off the hook. After examining all of the relevant journals, very few published articles described in detail the assent procedures used to ensure our clients rights. Potential reasons why and solutions are discussed, as well as a cost benefit analysis of training assenting skills in young learners.
Listen down below, and respond/tweet me with your opinions! Remember to always form your own, educated opinions on these topics, and to always read (and listen) broadly!
Article read:
Morris, C., Detrick, J. J., & Peterson, S. P. (2021). Participant assent in behavior analytic research: considerations for participants with autism and developmental disabilities. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 54(4), 1300-1316. https://doi.org/10.1002/jaba.859
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Additional Readings
Hanley, G. P., Piazza, C. C., Fisher, W. W., Contrucci, S. A., & Maglieri, K. A. (1997). Evaluation of client preference for function-based treatment packages. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 30(3), 459–473. https://doi.org/10.1901/jaba.1997.30-459
Hanley, G. P., Piazza, C. C., Fisher, W. W., & Maglieri, K. A. (2005). On the effectiveness of and preference for punishment and extinction components of function-based interventions. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 38(1), 51–65. https://doi. org/10.1901/jaba.2005.6-04
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