Behav Anal Pract December 2020 PMID 33269209

Toward the Development of a Functional Analysis Risk Assessment Decision Tool.

Neil Deochand, Rebecca R Eldridge, Stephanie M Peterson

Mentions

11
Peak: 4 in Jul 2020
across 4 sources since Jul 2020

Extended reach

12,980
potential audience

Total likes

4

Video views

3

Mentions per month

Jul 2020 – Jan 2026

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter4 posts
  • News4 articles
  • YouTube2 videos
  • LinkedIn1 posts

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The overall tone reflects cautious optimism; for instance, a tweet mentions that the tool is 'accessible,' and there’s discussion of how many BCBAs perceive analyses as risky, showing concern for safety and decision-making. The tone varies from acknowledgment of risks to advocacy for the tool’s usefulness, illustrating a balanced engagement with the article’s implications for practice.

AgreementModerate agreement

The posts collectively show a leaning towards recognizing the importance and benefits of the risk assessment tool, with many respondents acknowledging its role in improving safety and understanding.

InterestModerate interest

The discussion highlights an active curiosity about the safety and risks associated with functional analyses, indicating moderate interest in these developments.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments referencing statistics and safety perceptions suggest a thoughtful engagement with the material, beyond surface-level reactions.

ImpactModerate impact

The posts indicate that the publication could influence professional practices, especially by informing practitioners’ perceptions of risks and safety measures.

Abstract in brief

  • Behavior analysts see a need for a risk assessment tool to evaluate the safety of functional analyses (FAs) before conducting them.
  • The authors developed an interactive risk assessment tool, which offers safety suggestions and validity guidance, to help practitioners make informed decisions.
  • Experts recommend using this tool mainly as a training resource for learners and early practitioners to improve understanding and clinical decision-making regarding FAs.]

Top posts

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Michelle Dawson
@autismcrisis · X

Among N=664 BCBAs, 41.5% agreed or strongly agreed that functional analyses are "inherently risky," vs 33.5% who disagreed or strongly disagreed, vs 25% who were "neutral" https://t.co/v9IfWwBC2y autism-relevant

Jul 26, 2020 · 2 likes · 3 shares · 9,264 followers View post →
ABA PBS Autism Controversy
@abaukdiscussion · X

@aimeechor @autismcrisis Seems accessible. https://t.co/ykyxbsSgTa Harm to mental wellbeing of the individuals seems out of the ABA equation as usual.

Jul 27, 2020 · 1 like · 3,102 followers View post →
Dr.Heather MacKenzie
@DrHeatherMacKen · X

RT @autismcrisis: Among N=664 BCBAs, 41.5% agreed or strongly agreed that functional analyses are "inherently risky," vs 33.5% who disagree…

Jul 26, 2020 · 3 shares · 521 followers View post →
tyroneblowin
@tyroneblowin · X

RT @autismcrisis: Among N=664 BCBAs, 41.5% agreed or strongly agreed that functional analyses are "inherently risky," vs 33.5% who disagree…

Jul 27, 2020 · 3 shares · 22 followers View post →

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ABA PBS Autism Controversy
@abaukdiscussion · X

@aimeechor @autismcrisis Seems accessible. https://t.co/ykyxbsSgTa Harm to mental wellbeing of the individuals seems out of the ABA equation as usual.

Jul 27, 2020 · 1 like · 3,102 followers View post →
tyroneblowin
@tyroneblowin · X

RT @autismcrisis: Among N=664 BCBAs, 41.5% agreed or strongly agreed that functional analyses are "inherently risky," vs 33.5% who disagree…

Jul 27, 2020 · 3 shares · 22 followers View post →
Dr.Heather MacKenzie
@DrHeatherMacKen · X

RT @autismcrisis: Among N=664 BCBAs, 41.5% agreed or strongly agreed that functional analyses are "inherently risky," vs 33.5% who disagree…

Jul 26, 2020 · 3 shares · 521 followers View post →
Michelle Dawson
@autismcrisis · X

Among N=664 BCBAs, 41.5% agreed or strongly agreed that functional analyses are "inherently risky," vs 33.5% who disagreed or strongly disagreed, vs 25% who were "neutral" https://t.co/v9IfWwBC2y autism-relevant

Jul 26, 2020 · 2 likes · 3 shares · 9,264 followers View post →
Leaf J. Handbook of Applied Behavior Analysis... 2022 | PDF ...
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https://doi.org/10.1007/ Brummett, A., & Ostertag, C. J. (2018). Two trou- s40617-020-00433-y. bling trends in the conversation over whether Dienstag, J. F. ...

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2022 Ethicaldecision-Makingand EBPs Maryaetal | PDF | Decision ...
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https://doi.org/10.1007/ Brummett, A., & Ostertag, C. J. (2018). Two trou- s40617-020-00433-y. bling trends in the conversation over whether Dienstag, J. F. ...

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Handbook of Applied Behavior Analysis: Johnny L. Matson | PDF ...
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https://doi.org/10.1007/ Interventions, 34(1), 3–18. https://doi.org/10.1002/ s40617-020-00433-y bin.1654 DeRosa, N. M., Roane, H. S., Bishop, J. R. ...

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Okay, so now you know that FAs are NOT scary, I am here to tell you ...
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Revista Electrónica de Psicología Iztacala | PDF
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-020-00433-y. www.revistas.unam.mx/index.php/repi www.iztacala.unam.mx/carreras/psicologia/psiclin. Revista ...

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