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Functional Relations

Zachary Bird, PhD, BCBA-D and Caleb Davis, PhD, BCBA-D

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Frequency: 1 episode/58d. Total Eps: 49

An ABA podcast where Dr. Zachary Bird and Dr. Caleb Davis set aside time to have engaging conversation with experts in the field of behavior analysis to explore topics like ethics of functional analysis, effective supervision practices, translating research to practice, and others. BACB, IBAO, and QABA CEUs are available for listeners. To purchase, visit www.functionalrelationspodcast.com To deliver social praise or aversive stimulation, you can email us at functionalrelationspodcast@gmail.com

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#22 - Using Radical Behaviorism to Set and Accomplish Goals w/ Dr. Adithyan "Dithu" Rajaraman - Pt. 1

Episode 22

Sunday, September 1, 2024 • Duration 01:00:27

In Part 1 of a 2 part interview with Dr. Adithyan "Dithu" Rajaraman, Zach and Caleb discuss using radical behaviorism to set and accomplish goals.

1 learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com

If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast

References:
Baum, W. M. (2017). Understanding behaviorism: Behavior, culture, and evolution. John Wiley & Sons.

Catania, A. C. (1975). The myth of self-reinforcement. Behaviorism, 3(2), 192-199.

Peterson, S. M., Aljadeff-Abergel, E., Eldridge, R. R., VanderWeele, N. J., & Acker, N. S. (2021). Conceptualizing self-determination from a behavioral perspective: The role of choice, self-control, and self-management. Journal of Behavioral Education, 30, 299-318.

Skinner, B. F. (1984). Selection by consequences. Behavioral and brain sciences, 7(4), 477-481.

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#21 - Using SPACE to Treat Childhood Anxiety w/ Dr. Shauna Lynne

Episode 21

Thursday, August 1, 2024 • Duration 01:03:38

In this episode, Zach and Caleb discuss treating childhood anxiety through a parent training program called "SPACE" with Dr. Shauna Lynne.

1 learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com

If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast

Things to check out from the episode:

SPACE website - https://www.spacetreatment.net/

Dr. Shauna's practice - https://www.newbridgetherapy.com

Our new website - https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com

References:

Lebowitz, E. R., & Majdick, J. M. (2020). SPACE, Parent-Based Treatment for Childhood and Adolescent Anxiety: Clinical Case Illustration. Journal of Cognitive Psychotherapy, 34(2).

Lebowitz, E. R., Marin, C., Martino, A., Shimshoni, Y., & Silverman, W. K. (2020). Parent-based treatment as efficacious as cognitive-behavioral therapy for childhood anxiety: A randomized noninferiority study of supportive parenting for anxious childhood emotions. Journal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, 59(3), 362-372.

Lebowitz, E. R., Omer, H., Hermes, H., & Scahill, L. (2014). Parent training for childhood anxiety disorders: The SPACE program. Cognitive and behavioral practice, 21(4), 456-469.

Rozenblat, S., Shimshoni, Y., Lebowitz, E. R., Perez, M., & Koller, J. (2023). A pilot trial of SPACE (Supportive parenting for anxious childhood emotions) in autism. Child Psychiatry & Human Development, 1-15.

Storch, E. A., Guzick, A. G., Ayton, D. M., Palo, A. D., Kook, M., Candelari, A. E., ... & Goodman, W. K. (2024). Randomized trial comparing standard versus light intensity parent training for anxious youth. Behaviour Research and Therapy, 173, 104451.

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S2E7 - Assessing and Treating Childhood Feeding Problems w/ Dr. Bill Ahearn

Season 2 · Episode 7

Tuesday, September 1, 2020 • Duration 01:03:17

This episode Zach and Caleb talk to Dr. Bill Ahearn about his research and clinical work assessing and treating childhood feeding problems.

1 learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com

If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast

Things to check out from the episode:

Contact Dr. Ahearn directly with questions regarding feeding issues: bahearn@necc.org

Zach is hiring Behavior Consultants for his company (Principled Behavior Consultants) in Roanoke, VA. To learn more about the position visit https://principledbehavior.com/join-our-team/. If you're interested in joining the team email your resume to zach@principledbehavior.com.

References:

Ahearn, W. H. (2001). Help! My son eats only macaroni and cheese: Dealing with feeding problems in children with autism. Making a difference: Behavioral intervention for autism, 51-73.

Ahearn, W. H. (2003). Using simultaneous presentation to increase vegetable consumption in a mildly selective child with autism. Journal of applied behavior analysis, 36(3), 361-365.

Ahearn, W. H., Castine, T., Nault, K., & Green, G. (2001). An assessment of food acceptance in children with autism or pervasive developmental disorder-not otherwise specified. Journal of autism and developmental disorders, 31(5), 505-511.

S2E6 - Anxiety and Autism w/ Dr. Keira Moore

Season 2 · Episode 6

Saturday, August 1, 2020 • Duration 01:10:33

This episode Zach and Caleb talk to Dr. Keira Moore about her research and clinical work assessing and treating anxiety with individuals diagnosed with autism.

1 learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com

If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast

Things to check out from the episode:

Ways to learn more about Dr. Moore's consulting company and her upcoming continuing education events:

Website: www.moorebehaviorconsulting.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/moorebehaviorconsulting

Email her directly: keira@moorebehaviorconsulting.com

YouTube video describing Constructional Aggression Training (CAT): https://youtu.be/XdnED053tDw

References:

Friman, P. C., Hayes, S. C., & Wilson, K. G. (1998). Why behavior analysts should study emotion: The example of anxiety. Journal of applied Behavior analysis, 31(1), 137-156.

S2E5 - Teaching Problem Solving w/ Dr. Judah Axe

Season 2 · Episode 5

Thursday, July 2, 2020 • Duration 01:00:22

This episode Zach and Caleb discuss teaching problem solving with Dr. Judah Axe.

1 learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com.

If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast

References:

Axe, J. B., Phelan, S. H., & Irwin, C. L. (2019). Empirical evaluations of Skinner's analysis of problem solving. The Analysis of Verbal Behavior, 35(1), 39-56.

Frampton, S. E., & Alice Shillingsburg, M. (2018). Teaching children with autism to explain how: A case for problem solving?. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 51(2), 236-254.

Kieta, A. R., Cihon, T. M., & Abdel-Jalil, A. (2019). Problem solving from a behavioral perspective: Implications for behavior analysts and educators. Journal of Behavioral Education, 28(2), 275-300.

Mann, C. C., & Karsten, A. M. (2020). Efficacy and social validity of procedures for improving conversational skills of college students with autism. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 53(1), 402-421.

Miguel, C. F. (2018). Problem-solving, bidirectional naming, and the development of verbal repertoires. Behavior Analysis: Research and Practice, 18(4), 340.

Palmer, D. C. (1991). A behavioral interpretation of memory. Dialogues on verbal behavior, 261-279.

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S2E4 - Planning and Leading Effective Meetings w/ Dr. Linda LeBlanc

Season 2 · Episode 4

Monday, June 1, 2020 • Duration 01:05:49

This episode Zach and Caleb discuss how to plan and lead more effective meetings with Dr. Linda LeBlanc.

1 learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com

If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast

Things to check out from the episode:

LeBlanc Behavioral Consulting - http://www.lbehavioral.com/home.html

Inside JABA series from Behavioral Observations - https://behavioralobservations.com/the-inaugural-inside-jaba-series-session-102-with-drs-leblanc-st-peter-and-tiger/

https://whyy.org/episodes/how-to-run-a-good-meeting/

https://hbr.org/2020/02/how-to-create-the-perfect-meeting-agenda

https://hbr.org/2019/01/why-your-meetings-stink-and-what-to-do-about-it

https://www.nytimes.com/guides/business/how-to-run-an-effective-meeting

References:

LeBlanc, L. A., & Nosik, M. R. (2019). Planning and Leading Effective Meetings. , (3), 696-708.

S2E3 - Sleep Treatments w/ Dr. Keira Moore

Season 2 · Episode 3

Friday, May 1, 2020 • Duration 01:09:46

This episode Zach and Caleb discuss research and clinical considerations regarding implementation of sleep treatments with Dr. Keira Moore.

1 learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase it at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com

If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast

Things to check out from the episode:

Download Dr. Hanley's Sleep Assessment and Treatment Tool for free: https://practicalfunctionalassessment.files.wordpress.com/2015/06/satt.pdf

Ways to learn more about Dr. Moore's consulting company and her upcoming continuing education events:

Website: www.moorebehaviorconsulting.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/moorebehaviorconsulting

Email her directly: keira@moorebehaviorconsulting.com

References:

Blampied, N. M., & France, K. G. (1993). A behavioral model of infant sleep disturbance. Journal of applied behavior analysis, 26(4), 477-492.

Friman, P. (2010). Good Night, Sweet Dreams, I Love You - Now Get Into Bed and Go to Sleep!. (n.p.): Boys Town Press.

Friman, P. C., Hoff, K. E., Schnoes, C., Freeman, K. A., Woods, D. W., & Blum, N. (1999). The bedtime pass: An approach to bedtime crying and leaving the room. , (10), 1027-1029.

S2E2 - Telehealth Considerations w/ Dr. Kelly Schieltz

Season 2 · Episode 2

Wednesday, April 8, 2020 • Duration 01:03:54

This episode Zach and Caleb discuss research and considerations regarding the delivery of telehealth services with Dr. Kelly Schieltz.

1 FREE learning CE is available for this episode. You can "purchase" them at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com

If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast

Things to check out from the episode:

Center for Connected Health Policy: https://www.cchpca.org

References:

Barretto, A., Wacker, D. P., Harding, J., Lee, J., & Berg, W. K. (2006). Using telemedicine to conduct behavioral assessments. Journal of applied behavior analysis, 39, 333-340.

Fisher, W. W., Luczynski, K. C., Hood, S. A., Lesser, A. D., Machado, M. A., & Piazza, C. C. (2014). Preliminary findings of a randomized clinical trial of a virtual training program for applied behavior analysis technicians. Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 8, 1044-1054.

Lee, J. F., Schieltz, K. M., Suess, A. N., Wacker, D. P., Romani, P. W., Lindgren, S. D., ... & Dalmau, Y. C. P. (2015). Guidelines for developing telehealth services and troubleshooting problems with telehealth technology when coaching parents to conduct functional analyses and functional communication training in their homes. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 8, 190-200.

Lerman, D.C., O'Brien, M.J., Neely, L. et al. Remote Coaching of Caregivers via Telehealth: Challenges and Potential Solutions. J Behav Educ (2020).

S2E1 - RUBI Parent Training w/ Dr. Karen Bearss

Season 2 · Episode 1

Wednesday, April 1, 2020 • Duration 01:02:17

In the first episode in the "From Research to Practice" themed Season 2, Zach and Caleb discuss parent training. They are joined by Dr. Karen Bearss to discuss the RUBI parent training system.

1 Learning CE is available for this episode. You can purchase them at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com

If you feel that our podcast is a valuable contribution to the field of ABA, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast

Things to check out from the episode:

https://www.rubinetwork.org/

Buy the RUBI curriculum: https://global.oup.com/academic/product/parent-training-for-disruptive-behavior-9780190627843

Attend a RUBI webinar with Dr. Bearss: https://abacnj.com/rubi-webinars/

References:

Bearss, K., Burrell, T. L., Stewart, L., & Scahill, L. (2015). Parent training in autism spectrum disorder: What's in a name?. Clinical child and family psychology review, 18(2), 170-182.

Bearss, K., Johnson, C., Smith, T., Lecavalier, L., Swiezy, N., Aman, M., ... & Sukhodolsky, D. G. (2015). Effect of parent training vs parent education on behavioral problems in children with autism spectrum disorder: a randomized clinical trial. Jama, 313(15), 1524-1533.

Postorino, V., Sharp, W. G., McCracken, C. E., Bearss, K., Burrell, T. L., Evans, A. N., & Scahill, L. (2017). A systematic review and meta-analysis of parent training for disruptive behavior in children with autism spectrum disorder. , (4), 391-402.

Season 2: "From Research to Practice"

Season 2

Tuesday, March 24, 2020 • Duration 02:02

On April 1st, Functional Relations is back with Season 2! The theme for Season 2 is "From Research to Practice". The show is hosted by Zachary Bird, PhD, BCBA-D and Caleb Davis, MS, BCBA.

You can visit us on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, or www.functionalrelationspodcast.com.

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