Bailey (psychology, Florida State U.) and practitioner and author Burch present practical, student-centered information about the Behavior Analyst Certification Board Guidelines for Responsible Conduct with a minimum of academic and theoretical intrusion. They describe the background needed to understand the study of ethics in behavior analysis, describe the ten guidelines in everyday language, provide dozens of case studies, and give a series of tips for students to follow in their first jobs, and supply a comprehensive reading list. They also include a series of ethics scenarios for reflection or classroom discussions. Annotation ©2005 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Behavior analysis, a rapidly growing profession, began with the use and application of conditioning and learning techniques to modify the behavior of children or adults presenting severe management problems, often because of developmental disabilities. Now behavior analysts work in a variety of settings, from clinics and schools to workplaces. Especially since their practice often involves aversive stimuli or punishment, they confront many special ethical challenges. Recently, the Behavior Analysis Certification Board codified a set of ten fundamental ethical guidelines to be followed by all behavior analysts and understood by all students and trainees seeking certification.
This book shows readers how to follow the BACB guidelines in action. The authors first describe core ethical principles and then explain each guideline in detail, in easily comprehensible, everyday language. The text is richly illuminated by more than a hundred vivid case scenarios about which the authors pose, and later answer questions for readers. Useful appendices include the BACB Guidelines, an index to them, practice scenarios, and suggested further reading.
Practitioners, instructors, supervisors, students, and trainees alike will welcome this invaluable new aid to professional development.
