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Functional Relations

Functional Relations

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

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, punishment, social media, and others. BCBAs can earn CEs for each episode. To purchase, visit www.functionalrelationspodcast.com To deliver social praise or aversive stimulation, you can email us at [email protected]
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Functional Relations episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Functional Relations for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Functional Relations episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Functional Relations - S2E3 - Sleep Treatments w/ Dr. Keira Moore
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05/01/20 • 69 min

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: [email protected]

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. Archives of pediatrics & adolescent medicine, 153(10), 1027-1029.

Jin, C. S., Hanley, G. P., & Beaulieu, L. (2013). An individualized and comprehensive approach to treating sleep problems in young children. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 46(1), 161-180.

Kuhn, B. R., & Weidinger, D. (2000). Interventions for infant and toddler sleep disturbance: A review. Child & Family Behavior Therapy, 22(2), 33-50.

Piazza, C. C., & Fisher, W. (1991). A faded bedtime with response cost protocol for treatment of multiple sleep problems in children. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 24(1), 129-140.

Walker, M. (2017). Why we sleep: Unlocking the power of sleep and dreams. Simon and Schuster.

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Functional Relations - S2E1 - RUBI Parent Training w/ Dr. Karen Bearss
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04/01/20 • 62 min

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. Clinical Child and Family Psychology Review, 20(4), 391-402.

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Functional Relations - S1E5 - Ethics of Social Media: Perks and Pitfalls
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12/01/19 • 115 min

This episode Zach and Caleb discuss the ethics surrounding the use of social media. They are joined by Dr. Amanda Kelly (Behaviorbabe) and Dr. Megan Miller (#DoBetter).

2 Ethics CEs are available for this episode. You can purchase them at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com

To further support us, check out our silly video at

https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast

Things to check out from the episode:

BACB Professional and Ethical Compliance Codes- 1.06, 8.0

https://www.bacb.com/wp-content/uploads/BACB-Compliance-Code-english_190318.pdf

References:

Kelly, M. P., Martin, N., Dillenburger, K., Kelly, A. N., & Miller, M. M. (2019). Spreading the news: History, successes, challenges and the ethics of effective dissemination. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 12, 440-451.

O’Leary, P. N., Miller, M. M., Olive, M. L., & Kelly, A. N. (2017). Blurred lines: Ethical implications of social media for behavior analysts. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 10, 45-51.

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Functional Relations - S1E4 - Punishment and Its Fallout
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11/14/19 • 108 min

This episode Zach and Caleb discuss the ethics surrounding the use of punishment and implications for some often-used procedures (e.g., DRO or positive practice). They are joined by Dr. Joshua Jessel, Dr. Robert Ross, and Dr. Paulo Guilhardi.

2 Ethics CEs are available for this episode. You can purchase them at https://www.functionalrelationspodcast.com

To further support us, check out our silly video at

https://www.patreon.com/functionalrelationspodcast

Things to check out from the episode:

BACB Professional and Ethical Compliance Codes- 4.08, 4.09 https://www.bacb.com/wp-content/uploads/BACB-Compliance-Code-english_190318.pdf

References:

Campbell, B. A., & Church, R. M. (1969). Punishment and aversive behavior. Appleton-Century-Crofts and Fleschner Publishing Company.

Catania, A. C. (2007). Learning (interim 4th ed.). Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY: Sloan.

Church, R. M. (1963). The varied effects of punishment on behavior. Psychological Review, 70, 369.

Greene, R. J., & Hoats, D. L. (1971). Aversive tickling: A simple conditioning technique. Behavior Therapy.

Honig, W. K. (1966). Operant behavior: Areas of research and application.

Jessel, J., & Ingvarsson, E. T. (2016). Recent advances in applied research on DRO procedures. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 49, 991-995.

Jessel, J., Ingvarsson, E. T., Metras, R., Kirk, H., & Whipple, R. (2018). Achieving socially significant reductions in problem behavior following the interview‐informed synthesized contingency analysis: A summary of 25 outpatient applications. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 51, 130-157.

Kazdin, A. E. (1997). Parent management training: Evidence, outcomes, and issues. Journal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, 36, 1349-1356.

Lerman, D. C., & Toole, L. M. (2011). Developing function-based punishment procedures for problem behavior. Handbook of Applied Behavior Analysis, 335-347.

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Functional Relations - Season 3: The Experience

Season 3: The Experience

Functional Relations

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05/15/21 • 3 min

On June 1st 2021, Functional Relations returns with Season 3! In Season 3, Zach and Caleb will be focusing on the supervision experience. There will be two types of episodes. The first type will be for BCBAs interested in Supervision CEs. The second type will be for trainees who are looking for supplemental study content.

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Functional Relations - S3E2 - The Student Experience: Understanding Determinism
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06/18/21 • 33 min

In the second episode of Season 3, Zach and Caleb have a discussion to help students understand the concept of determinism. Season 3 of the Functional Relations podcast is titled “The Experience”. Each episode will alternate between the supervisor experience and the student experience.

No CEs are available for this episode.

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:

The Daily BA - I Didn't Know Her Circumstances w/ Pat Friman - https://youtu.be/MyClJpztOSs

https://www.bacb.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/BCBA-task-list-5th-ed-210202.pdf

References:

Cooper, J. O., Heron, T. E., & Heward, W. L. (2020). Applied behavior analysis (3rd ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson.

Friman, P. C. (2021). There is no such thing as a bad boy: The Circumstances View of problem behavior. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 54(2), 636-653.

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In the third episode of Season 3, Zach and Caleb discuss ways to thoughtfully deliver feedback that may inspire new performances with Dr. Ellie Kazemi. Season 3 of the Functional Relations podcast is titled “The Experience”. Each episode will alternate between the supervisor experience and the trainee experience.

1 supervision 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:

Dr. Kazemi’s book on supervision: https://www.springerpub.com/fieldwork-and-supervision-for-behavior-analysts-9780826139122.html

References:

Daniels, A. C. (2000). Bringing out the best in people. McGraw-Hill Education.

Daniels, A. C., & Bailey, J. S. (2014). Performance management: Changing behavior that drives organizational effectiveness . Atlanta, GA: Aubrey Daniels International. Multi-Tiered Systems of Support, 27.

Kazemi, E., Rice, B., & Adzhyan, P. (2018). Fieldwork and supervision for behavior analysts: A handbook. Springer Publishing Company.

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Functional Relations - S3E4 - The Student Experience: Understanding Selectionism
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09/27/21 • 39 min

In the fourth episode of Season 3, Zach and Caleb have a discussion to help students understand the concept of selectionism. Season 3 of the Functional Relations podcast is titled “The Experience”. Each episode will alternate between the supervisor experience and the student experience.

No CEs are available for this episode.

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:

Catania, A. C. (2013). Learning (5th ed.). Cornwall on Hudson, NY: Sloan Publishing.

Cooper, J. O., Heron, T. E., & Heward, W. L. (2020). Applied behavior analysis (3rd ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson.

Pierce, W. D., & Cheney, C. D. (2017). Behavior analysis and learning: A biobehavioral approach. Routledge.

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

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In the fifth episode of Season 3, Zach and Caleb discuss updated fieldwork requirements and recent research on systems for promoting successful fieldwork experiences with Dr. Diana Parry-Cruwys and Dr. Jackie MacDonald. Season 3 of the Functional Relations podcast is titled “The Experience”. Each episode will alternate between the supervisor experience and the trainee experience.

1 supervision 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:

BCBA Fieldwork Requirements: https://www.bacb.com/wp-content/uploads/2022-BCBA-Fieldwork-Standards_200501.pdf

Ethics Code for Behavior Analysts:

https://www.bacb.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Ethics-Code-for-Behavior-Analysts-210902.pdf

References:

Parry-Cruwys, D., Atkinson, R., & MacDonald, J. (2021). Teaching Graduate Students to Identify and Adhere to Practicum Requirements. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 1-10.

Parry-Cruwys, D., & MacDonald, J. (2021). Using Gamification to Promote Accurate Data Entry of Practicum Experience Hours in Graduate Students. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 14, 1-10.

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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: [email protected]

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 [email protected].

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.

Kedesdy, J. H., & Budd, K. S. (1998). Childhood feeding disorders: Biobehavioral assessment and intervention. Paul H Brookes Publishing.

Maurice, C. E., Green, G. E., & Foxx, R. M. (2001). Making a difference: Behavioral intervention for autism. Pro-Ed.

Wilder, D. A., Normand, M., & Atwell, J. (2005). Noncontingent reinforcement as treatment for food refusal and associated self‐injury. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 38(4), 549-553.

Williams, K. E., & Foxx, R. M. (2007). Treating eating problems of children with autism spectrum disorders and developmental disabilities: Interventions for professionals and parents. Pro-ed.

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How many episodes does Functional Relations have?

Functional Relations currently has 29 episodes available.

What topics does Functional Relations cover?

The podcast is about Behavior, Podcasts, Aba, Education, Social Sciences and Science.

What is the most popular episode on Functional Relations?

The episode title 'S2E7 - Assessing and Treating Childhood Feeding Problems w/ Dr. Bill Ahearn' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Functional Relations?

The average episode length on Functional Relations is 65 minutes.

How often are episodes of Functional Relations released?

Episodes of Functional Relations are typically released every 30 days.

When was the first episode of Functional Relations?

The first episode of Functional Relations was released on Aug 26, 2019.

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