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Neurodiversity & Applied Behavior Analysis: How Behavior Analysts Can Consider and Address Criticisms of Our Past (and Present) with Dustin Dixon, BCBA

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Dustin Dixon, BCBAOctober 24, 2024 - October 24, 2024 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Connections Behavior Planning and Intervention is excited to present a Continuing Education webinar for Behavior Analysts!

This event will be recorded for later viewing in case you register but are unable to join in live.

Abstract:

In recent years, the field of Applied Behavior Analysis has been met with criticisms from members of and advocates for Autistic/Neurodiversity communities. Whether they agree with these criticisms or not, Behavior Analysts working with neurodiverse clients should understand what these criticisms are, where they come from, and how the field might take steps to address these concerns.

In this 1-hour presentation, participants will consider the article by Mathur, Renz & Tarbox (2024), “Affirming Neurodiversity within Applied Behavior Analysis”. Discussion will include five prominent criticisms of ABA, and actionable responses we can take as professionals to address them.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Describe the difference between the Medical Model of disability vs the Social Model of disability.
  2. Name 5 common criticisms of Applied Behavior Analysis from Neurodiversity Advocates.
  3. Describe one strategy to address for each of the 5 common criticisms.

About the Presenter:

Dustin Dixon, M.Ed., BCBA, became a BCBA in 2013, serving clients and stakeholders in schools and homes. As Director of Continuing Education for Connections behavior, Dustin has cultivated hundreds of hours of trainings for Behavior Analysts. He is specifically interested in emerging technologies and applications in the world of Behavior Analysis, including Relational Frame Theory and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

BACB CEU’s included, and Cost to Attend:

  • 1.0 Ethics CEUs
    • $19.99
    • FREE if you register for the live event!

Refund Policy: We will provide a full refund to anyone who requests it up to one day before the event. No refunds will be provided for cancellations later than 1 day before the event.

For questions, challenges with registration, or any other needed information, please contact Dusty, Director of Continuing Education and ACE Coordinator for CBPI, LLC, at continuingeducation@connections-behavior.com.

Connections Behavior Planning & Intervention, LLC, is a BACB-Approved ACE Provider (Provider # OP-17-2781). The BACB does not directly sponsor or endorse this event, its speakers, or its content.

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