Podcasts about Functional analysis

Dr. Bill Ahearn joins me in Session 299 of Behavioral Observation. I met Bill a few times at conferences and I'm so glad we finally had a chance to sit down and record a podcast together. Bill is the Director of Research at The New England Center for Children. Long time listeners may recall that NECC sponsored a series of episodes, and in this podcast, we talked about some of the great research that has come out of that storied institution. As an aside, if you want to learn more about NECC, particularly working at NECC, you can find more information about that here. We covered a lot of ground in this conversation, including: Bill's early experiences as a grad student and clinician. His early work in addressing feeding problems. The research that he and his colleagues have conducted at NECC. How he construes stereotypic and self-injurious behavior as being forms of repetitive behavior. What he's learned about addressing stereotypy, including when and when not to intervene. We talk at length about Response Interruption and Redirection, particularly when it is and isn't necessary as an intervention. The behavioral interpretation of anxiety, and interventions that he and his team have brought to bear on related repertoires. I ask a few lighter questions on some topics of mutual interest (you'll have to listen towards the end to hear that). If you listen to nothing else from this podcast, towards the end of the show, Bill talks about why he is proud to be a Behavior Analyst. Please listen to that segment, as I think he makes some excellent points that are more than worth sharing. We also talked about tons of papers. I've done my best to track as many down as possible. Piazza et al. (2000). An evaluation of the effects of matched stimuli on behaviors maintained by automatic reinforcement. Rapp and Vollmer (2005). Stereotypy I: A review of behavioral assessment and treatment. Ahearn et al. (2007). Assessing and treating vocal stereotypy in children with autism. Colón et al. (2012). The effects of verbal operant training and response interruption and redirection on appropriate and inappropriate vocalizations. Rodriguez et al. (2013). Arranging and ordering in autism spectrum disorder: Characteristics, severity, and environmental correlates. Steinhauser et al. (2021). Examining stereotypy in naturalistic contexts: Differential reinforcement and context-specific redirection. Moore et al. (2022). Assessing and Treating Anxiety in Individuals with Autism. Fergus (2024). Functional Analysis and Delineating Subtypes of Restricted Repetitive Behavior in Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. This podcast is brought to you by: Frontera. Consider taking a demo of Frontera's Assessment Builder and see how the ethical application of AI technologies can help you serve clients and save you time! Your first assessment report is free. And if you use code BOP25 you'll get an additional five assessments for just $100. So head to fronterahealth.com to check it out! CEUs from Behavioral Observations. Learn from your favorite podcast guests while you're commuting, walking the dog, or whatever else you do while listening to podcasts. New events are being added all the time, so check them out here.  The Behavioral Toolbox. Check out our courses for school-based and other behavioral professionals, including our newest one, Motivational Interviewing: Getting Educator Buy-In. Behavior University. Their mission is to provide university quality professional development for the busy Behavior Analyst. Learn about their CEU offerings, including their 8-hour Supervision Course, as well as their RBT offerings over at behavioruniversity.com/observations. Don't forget to use the coupon code, PODCAST to save at checkout!

A few weeks ago I was fortunate enough to find a few hours to catch up with many-time guest and all-around podcast fave, Dr. Greg Hanley. We had what turned out to be a lengthy conversation that included the following: His recent professional association with Action Behavior Centers. Available jobs at Action Behavior Centers. The evolution of FTF Behavioral Consulting. The term, Compassionate ABA, including some of my misgivings on whether terms like these are necessary. The nuanced role of extinction in Skills Based Treatment. Distinguishing between the immediate and long-term effects of reinforcement. Efficacy vs. effectiveness. Some historical perspectives on Functional Analysis, including the unexpected topic in which the term 'automatic reinforcement' was used. Questioning the role of descriptive functional assessment. Greg's recent thoughts on head-directed self-injury. The role of tics in self-injury. Skills-based treatment's intersection with constructional approaches to behavioral intervention. If you think that's a lot, it's just a sample of what we talk about. Here are the links to what we discussed: Session 276 with Dr. Anthony Cammilleri. Ghaemmaghami et al. (2024). Toward Compassion in the Assessment and Treatment of Severe Problem Behavior. Slaton et al. (2024). Long-term effectiveness and generality of practical functional assessment and skill-based treatment. Carr et al. (1976). Stimulus control of self-destructive behavior in a psychotic child. Dr. Jessel's ResearchGate page. van Haaren (2015). Automatic negative reinforcement: Its possible role in problem behavior with treatment implications. This podcast is brought to you by: ACE Approved CEUs from .... Behavioral Observations. That's right, get your CEUs while driving (maybe even this episode!), walking your dog, doing the dishes, or whatever else you might have going on, all while learning from your favorite podcast guests! The Behavioral Toolbox. thebehavioraltoolbox.com is a new education and training site that my colleagues Anika Costa and Dr. Paulie Gavoni and I have been working on for over two years. Check out our latest course, Motivational Interviewing: Getting Educator Buy-In as well as the hugely popular When Not to FBA: 5 Quick Strategies for Improving Behavior in Classrooms. Behavior University. Their mission is to provide university quality professional development for the busy Behavior Analyst. Learn about their CEU offerings, including their 8-hour Supervision Course, as well as their RBT offerings over at behavioruniversity.com/observations. Don't forget to use the coupon code, PODCAST to save at checkout! If you'd like to get BOP episodes a little earlier than everyone else, with no ads... just the interview itself, consider supporting the show with a Patreon subscription.

Dr. Anthony Cammilleri - better known as Tony to friends and colleagues - joins me in Session 276. In this episode, we talked about his early experiences in Behavior Analyst, his experiences working in Greg Hanley's lab as a grad student, of course his work collaborating with Greg and other colleagues in the founding and development of the FTF consultancy, the recent news of his migration over to Action Behavior Centers, and what opportunities lie ahead in this partnership. We then talk more generally about what's new in the world of the IISCA or Practical Functional Assessment, along with Skills-Based Treatment, and how those processes have evolved over the years, common mistakes people make when implementing these procedures, and more. We also talked about my semi-misgivings about terms like Compassionate-ABA, Trauma-Informed-ABA, Trauma-Assumed-ABA, and the like, as well as Tony's upcoming talk at the 2024 Stone Soup Conference. Here are links to some of the resources we mentioned: Free State Brewing (Lawrence, KS). All thing FTF. FTF's credentialing options. Action Behavior Center's big announcement! Action Behavior Center's homepage. The 2024 Stone Soup Conference (use PODCAST24 to save at checkout!). Hanley (2012). Functional Assessment of Problem Behavior: Dispelling Myths, Overcoming Implementation Obstacles, and Developing New Lore. Anderson and St. Peter (2013). Functional Analysis With Typically Developing Children: Best Practice or Too Early to Tell?: In Response to Hanley (2012). Hanley et al. (2014). Producing meaningful improvements in problem behavior of children with autism via synthesized analyses and treatments. Rajaraman and Hanley (2020). Mand compliance as a contingency controlling problem behavior: A systematic review. Fisher et al. (1996). On the reinforcing effects of the content of verbal attention. Dr. Tim Vollmer's appearance on the podcast in Session 257. Session 176: Towards Trauma-Informed Applications of Behavior Analysis. This podcast is brought to you by: ACE Approved CEUs from .... Behavioral Observations. That's right, get your CEUs while driving (maybe even this episode!), walking your dog, doing the dishes, or whatever else you might have going on, all while learning from your favorite podcast guests! The 2024 Stone Soup Conference! Behavior Analysis' premier online event is taking place on October 25th. Come hear from pod faves including Drs. John Austin, Lina Slim, Jim Moore, and many others! 8.5 Learning CEUs are available, and when you use the promo code PODCAST24, that comes out to less than 8 bucks per credit. Learn more here! The Behavioral Toolbox. thebehavioraltoolbox.com is a new education and training site that my colleagues Anika Costa and Dr. Paulie Gavoni and I have been working on for over two years. We have two courses available: our first course, Ready, Set, Consult! and our newly released course, When Not to FBA: 5 Quick Strategies for Improving Behavior in Classrooms.

In this episode of the Schofield Chiropractic Training podcast, Dr. Fred Schofield rings the bell, a nostalgic nod to his boarding school days, to kick off a thought-provoking discussion. Dr. Fred reflects on how his boarding school teacher and coach made a profound impact on his life during a time of personal chaos. He shares that everyone faces storms in life, but it's how we adapt and find balance that matters most. Dr. Fred dives into the concept of Functional Analysis, exploring the idea that "input equals output." He references the book The Tree of Knowledge: The Biological Roots of Human Understanding by Humberto R. Maturana and Francisco J. Varela, discussing the notion of autopoiesis and the importance of internal organization and coherence. In this episode, Dr. Fred emphasizes the need to understand and maintain our physiological adaptation range. He explains the balance between the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems, highlighting the significance of achieving an autonomic, balanced state. Whether you're too pumped up or too relaxed, finding that balance is key to optimal health. Dr. Fred challenges listeners to make a paradigm shift from focusing on symptoms to understanding the underlying causes of dysfunction. He underscores the body's innate ability to heal itself when in alignment and encourages embracing a systems approach to life. Tune in to learn how to enhance your adaptability and strength, and gain insights into the amazing technology of the human body. Don't miss this enlightening episode with Dr. Fred Schofield! Ask a Question for a Future Episode! Apply to work with our coaches! Join Susan's monthly CA webinars Join us at our next seminars! Join the Rhino Digital Training!

In today's episode of BOOST U!, Maddie Duke, M.S., BCBA, and Corey Robertson, M.S., BCBA, discuss the conditions in a functional analysis (FA). Listeners will learn about the common functions of behavior, the most frequently used conditions in FAs, and how to interpret FA results on a graph. We hope you enjoy! BOOST U! uploads new episodes twice a month, and each episode is meant to help you study for the BCBA exam! If you have questions you want us to answer, fill out our form here: https://forms.gle/vYT38jTvPBnfLWuK8 For more information about BOOST products: boostexamprep.com If you have feedback or suggestions, please contact us! Maddie: mduke@abatechnologies.com  Corey: crobertson@abatechnologies.com Join the BOOST Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/boostabaexamprep

"Functional analysis" means figuring out what's happening -- to your loved one or to you -- in the moments before, during, and after a particular behavior. It might be a challenging or a positive behavior. It's a tool to help you understand the thoughts, emotions, and external factors that go into these moments, and to go from being unconscious and reactive, to conscious, to having choices. It's about trying new things, assessing whether they work and seeing what you weren't aware of before. Once you're aware, other CRAFT tools can help you understand what might happen next, so that you can gain and use the power to influence those moments.

This insightful video delves into the crucial concept of Functional Analysis in the multifamily property management sector. Understanding and applying this approach is important as we navigate through the unique challenges and opportunities of 2024. Key Highlights: Identifying and rectifying inefficiencies in operational workflows. Enhancing resident retention and attraction through innovative marketing and customer service strategies. Embracing a data-driven culture for informed decision-making. Why Functional Analysis is Essential in 2024: Optimizing controllable expenses becomes a strategic necessity with the increase in uncontrollable costs. Take Action: Make 2024 the year you transform your multifamily property operations. Apply the insights from this video to interrogate, investigate, and improve your processes, maximizing the value of your community. Like & Subscribe: For more insights and strategies on multifamily property management, like this video and subscribe to our channel. Stay tuned for more valuable content to elevate your property management game! Visit us at MultifamilyCollective.com for more resources and expertise in multifamily property management. #mikebrewer #multifamilycollective #multifamilymentoring #multifamilycoaching #multifamilypodcast #leadership #OpenAi #MultifamilyProperty #FunctionalAnalysis #PropertyManagement #OperationalEfficiency #DataDriven #RealEstate #PropertyOptimization #2024Trends #MultifamilyCollective Multifamily property, Functional analysis, Property management, Operational efficiency, Resident retention, Data-driven decision making, Real estate trends, Community operations, Rental market, Process optimization, MultifamilyCollective.com, Reba, Donald Davidoff, Service request management, customer service in multifamily, property marketing strategies, controlling expenses in real estate, multifamily industry insights, performance metrics in property management --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-brewer/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-brewer/support

Link to bioRxiv paper: http://biorxiv.org/cgi/content/short/2023.08.02.551645v1?rss=1 Authors: Shepard, N., Baez-Nieto, D., Iqbal, S., Campbell, A. J., Pan, J. Q., Sheng, M., Farsi, Z. Abstract: Human genetic studies have revealed rare missense and protein-truncating variants in GRIN2A, encoding for the GluN2A subunit of the NMDA receptors, that confer significant risk for schizophrenia (SCZ). Mutations in GRIN2A are also associated with epilepsy and developmental delay/intellectual disability (DD/ID). However, it remains enigmatic how alterations to the same protein can result in diverse clinical phenotypes. Here, we performed functional characterization of human NMDA receptors (GluN1/GluN2A heteromers) that contain SCZ-linked GluN2A variants, and compared them to NMDA receptors with GluN2A variants associated with epilepsy or DD/ID. All tested protein-truncating variants and a subset of missense variants associated with SCZ led to a loss-of-function (LoF) phenotype, whereas epilepsy and DD/ID-associated variants resulted in both gain- and loss-of-function phenotypes. We additionally show that M653I, a LoF GRIN2A variant associated with DD/ID, exerts a dominant-negative effect when co-expressed with a wild-type GluN2A, whereas Y698C, a LoF SCZ-linked variant, does not. These findings demonstrate that SCZ-associated GRIN2A variants are predominantly LoF and offer a potential mechanism by which SCZ and DD/ID-linked variants can cause different effects on receptor function and therefore result in divergent pathological outcomes. Copy rights belong to original authors. Visit the link for more info Podcast created by Paper Player, LLC

Link to bioRxiv paper: http://biorxiv.org/cgi/content/short/2023.07.26.550666v1?rss=1 Authors: Zhang, G., Zhang, Y., Young, R., Garvanska, D., Song, C., Zhai, Y., Wang, Y., Jiang, H., Fang, J., Nilsson, J., Alfieri, C. Abstract: Accurate chromosome segregation is coordinated by the spindle assembly checkpoint (SAC) through its effector the mitotic checkpoint complex (MCC), to inhibit the anaphase-promoting complex or cyclosome (APC/C). Cdc20 is an essential mitotic regulator since it promotes mitotic exit through activating the APC/C and monitors kinetochore-microtubule attachment through activating the SAC. The proper functioning of Cdc20 requires multiple interactions with APC/C and MCC subunits. To functionally assess each of these interactions within cells requires efficient depletion of endogenous Cdc20, which is highly difficult to achieve by RNAi. Here we generated Cdc20 RNAi sensitive cell lines by CRISPR/Cas9 which display a penetrant metaphase arrest phenotype by a single RNAi treatment. In this null background, we accurately measured the contribution of each known motif of Cdc20 on APC/C and SAC activation. The CRY box, a previously identified degron was found to be critical for the SAC by promoting the MCC formation and stabilizing the interaction between the MCC and APC/C. These data reveal additional regulatory components within the SAC and establish a novel method to interrogate Cdc20 function. Copy rights belong to original authors. Visit the link for more info Podcast created by Paper Player, LLC

The “functional analysis” of Module 3 is a powerful tool that helps you examine what happens around times of use, and move from reacting unconsciously to gaining a fuller understanding that allows for concious choices. So stop, take the time to go through this process, and think about incremental shifts. And it's important to do it again later, when there's been time for behavior to change over time.

Link to bioRxiv paper: http://biorxiv.org/cgi/content/short/2023.04.21.537815v1?rss=1 Authors: Paterou, A., Tyc, J., Sunter, J., Vaughan, S., Gull, K., Dean, S. Abstract: African trypanosomes are medically important parasites that cause Sleeping sickness in humans and nagana in animals. In addition to their pathogenic role, they have emerged as valuable model organisms for studying fundamental biological processes. Protein tagging is a powerful tool for investigating protein localization and function. In a previous study, we developed two plasmids for rapid and reproducible protein tagging in trypanosomes, which enabled the localisation of all proteins in the trypanosome cell. However, the limited selection of fluorescent protein tags and selectable markers restricted the flexibility of this approach. Here, we present an expanded set of greater than 100 vectors that utilizes universal primer annealing sequences, enabling protein tagging with a range of fluorescent and biochemical tags using five different selection markers. We evaluated the suitability of various fluorescent proteins for live cell imaging and determined their brightness and stability under different fixation conditions. Finally, we determined the optimal fluorescent protein for a set of specific experimental conditions demonstrating the utility of this toolkit. Copy rights belong to original authors. Visit the link for more info Podcast created by Paper Player, LLC

Functional assessments are the gold standard of behavior analysis. They're the best technology we have to show the effectiveness and the function of our antecedent and consequence manipulation. Conducting functional assessments in a school setting comes with its own set of unique challenges, and behavior analyst Matt Cicoria is joining us at our next live CEU event to cover just that. The event takes place on Thursday, April 20th at 12:00pm EST. Matt also hosts the Behavioral Observations Podcast, which is linked below. If you're anything like us, you have a hectic schedule. The next thing you know, three years have passed and it's time to get recertified. We wanted to make the CEU process easier by offering all the CEUs you need for recertification as well as presenting our live CEUs once a month. Our website has a new page specifically for events where you can easily sign up and add our events to your calendar. Check out the new page by clicking the link below. What's Inside:Information on our upcoming CEU event with Matt Cicoria.Mentioned In This Episode:HowToABA.com/joinHow to ABA on YouTubeFind us on FacebookFollow us on InstagramHowToABA.com/eventsBehavioral Observations PodcastEP 67: How to Use ABA in Classrooms

Dr. Greg Hanley returns to Behavioral Observations for another round of fun conversation on the assessment and treatment of severe problem behavior.  This show gets into the weeds of the Practical Functional Assessment/Skills-Based Treatment Process right away, so if you have nuanc-ey questions or concerns about PFA/SBT, this is the show for you.  In this segment of the show, we discuss the changes his company, FTF, had to roll with over the last few years, what he and his colleagues are up to now. We spend a considerably amount of time discussing what they've learned about functional assessment and treatment, and how their process has evolved over the years, especially in terms of the types of individuals who benefit from these interventions, as well as those who do not.  Perhaps my favorite part of the conversation was when we discussed the complex nature of Skills-Based Treatment. To this end, Greg talked about the kind of training one ideally needs to be able to implement an SBT session successfully. Long story short, it's more than teaching someone to say, "My Way."  Speaking of training, FTF offers a variety of on-demand virtual trainings, in-person live workshops, and short and long-term consultation engagements.  Greg also mentioned numerous papers, most of which you can find here. If there are others not represented on this page, let me know and I'll add those to the show notes.  What we didn't get into is the outreach FTF is making with using this process in public school settings. We also didn't get a chance to get into the SBT data collection app that his colleagues at Hi-Rasmus has created, but you can check out here.  OK, back to the interview... after a lengthy nuts and bolts discussion of the what makes for successful SBT interventions, we broadened the lens to discuss many of the so-called 'hot topics,' in Behavior Analysis these days. This included: The influence of social media groups.  Overly rigid rule adherence, in which we spend a fair bit of time talking about token systems. Greg's perspective on Trauma-informed and Trauma-assumed ABA. Other aspects of "Hyphenated-ABA" that are being discussed.  Practical perspectives on assent... and if you're like me, and often think about the limitations of assent-based models of treatment, this will be helpful (and by the way, check out this article by Dr. Paulie Gavoni and Steve Ward), and,  The use of extinction.  Greg also opened up a bit about how he almost left the field of ABA. You read that correctly. You'll have to listen to the show to hear about this in his own words.  Greg was extremely generous with his time, and even stuck around to answer questions that I solicited from Patreon members. As you might imagine, there were a lot of great questions, and the answers were punctuated with a few really funny stories that you won't want to miss.  All of this to say that I enjoyed this conversation immensely, and I hope you do too :-) This podcast is brought to you by How to ABA - their goal is to make you feel supported and confident while helping your clients make real progress! In their membership community, you will find all the assessments, programs, data sheets, and materials you need so that your job is just a little easier. As a member, you'll also be invited each month to join a live CEU and a live mentorship  session in their private community group. You'll also have access to their extensive CEU library of recorded on-demand CEU's on relevant, practical topics to BCBA's in the field. Go to howtoaba.com/join.  When you join today and use code BOP, you'll receive 10% off a yearly subscription (includes CEU's!). ACE Approved CEUs from .... Behavioral Observations. That's right, get your CEUs while driving, walking your dog, doing the dishes, or whatever else you might have going on, all while learning from your favorite podcast guests! The aforementioned Verbal Behavior Conference. This is conference is as equally fun as it is informative, and BehaviorLive makes it available virtually as well, so I hope to see you there! Behavior University. Their mission is to provide university quality professional development for the busy Behavior Analyst. Learn about their CEU offerings, including their brand new 8-hour Supervision Course, as well as their RBT offerings over at behavioruniversity.com/observations.

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Hello all of you behaviour enthusiasts! Let's wrap up another month with a study done in the natural environment. This time, Lauren will take you through a functional analysis conducted in mainstream classrooms. More specifically: Austin, J.L., Groves, E.A., Reynish, L.C. and Francis, L.L. (2015). Validating trial-based functional analyses in mainstream primary school classrooms. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 48(2), pp.274–288. doi:10.1002/jaba.208 --- Resources National Library of Medicine Research Gate Wiley Online Library A discrete-trial approach to the functional analysis of aggressive behaviour in two boys with autismSigafoos, J. and Saggers, E. (1995). A discrete-trial approach to the functional analysis of aggressive behaviour in two boys with autism. Australia and New Zealand Journal of Developmental Disabilities, 20(4), pp.287–297. doi:10.1080/07263869500035621. Jennifer L. Austin----- We hope you'll enjoy this episode, feel free to contact us on instagram (@aba_owls), via email (aba.owls.uk@gmail.com) or through our website (www.abaowls.com). Have a great week!

Link to bioRxiv paper: http://biorxiv.org/cgi/content/short/2022.10.10.511573v1?rss=1 Authors: Zheng, H., Lopez-Ferreras, L., Krieger, J.-P., Fasul, S., Cea Salazar, V., Valderrama Pena, N., Skibicka, K. P., Rinaman, L. Abstract: Objective: The glucagon gene (Gcg) encodes preproglucagon, which is cleaved to form glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP1) and other mature signaling molecules implicated in metabolic functions. To date there are no transgenic rat models available for precise manipulation of GLP1-expressing cells in the brain and periphery. Methods: To visualize and manipulate Gcg-expressing cells in rats, CRISPR/Cas9 was used to express iCre under control of the Gcg promoter. Gcg-Cre rats were bred with tdTomato reporter rats to tag Gcg-expressing cells. Cre-dependent AAVs and RNAscope in situ hybridization were used to evaluate the specificity of iCre expression by GLP1 neurons in the caudal nucleus of the solitary tract (cNTS) and intermediate reticular nucleus (IRt), and by intestinal and pancreatic secretory cells. Food intake was assessed in heterozygous (Het) Gcg-Cre rats after chemogenetic stimulation of cNTS GLP1 neurons expressing an excitatory DREADD. Results: While genotype has minimal effect on body weight or composition in chow-fed Gcg-Cre rats, homozygous (Homo) rats have lower plasma glucose levels. In neonatal and adult Gcg-Cre/tdTom rats, reporter-labeled cells are present in the cNTS and IRt, and in additional brain regions (e.g., basolateral amygdala, piriform cortex) that lack detectable Gcg mRNA in adults but display transient developmental or persistently low Gcg expression. Compared to wildtype (WT) rats, hindbrain Gcg mRNA and GLP1 protein in brain and plasma are markedly reduced in Homo Gcg-Cre rats. Chemogenetic stimulation of cNTS GLP1 neurons reduced overnight chow intake in males but not females, the effect in males was blocked by antagonism of central GLP1 receptors, and hypophagia was enhanced when combined with a subthreshold dose of cholecystokinin-8 to stimulate gastrointestinal vagal afferents. Conclusions: Gcg-Cre rats are a novel and valuable experimental tool for analyzing the development, anatomy, and function of Gcg-expressing cells in the brain and periphery. In addition, Homo Gcg-Cre rats are a unique model for assessing the role of Gcg-encoded proteins in glucose homeostasis and energy metabolism. Copy rights belong to original authors. Visit the link for more info Podcast created by PaperPlayer

Airway Answers: Expanding Your Breath of Knowledge: Episode 4 -- “The Important Role of Physical Therapists in the Treatment of Airway & Myofunctional Patients: From Posture, Headaches, Breathing, Fascia & More DR. DAVID EVANS PT, DPT, OCS, OMT Director of Mission Beach office of Water and Sports Physical Therapy • Board Certified Orthopedic Specialist • Titleist Performance Institute Certified Medical Professional • Titleist Performance Institute Certified Fitness Professional • Certified in Mysofasical Manipulation • Certified in Extremity Evaluation and Manipulation, Extremity Integration, Spinal Evaluation and Manipulation • Advanced Evaluation and Manipulation of the Pelvis, Lumbar, Thoracic Spine, Cranio-Facial, Cervical, and Upper Thoracic Spine and Functional Analysis and Management of the Lumbo-Pelvic Hip Complex • Certified in Mysofasical Manipulation • Orofacial Myofunctional Therapist DR. RANDI LEE ESQUIBEL PT, DPT, OCS, MTC, OMT, CERT. VRS Director of Poway office of Water and Sports Physical Therapy • Doctor of Physical Therapy • Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist • Manual Therapy Certified • Postural Restoration Institute Certified in: PRI integration for Baseball, Postural Respiration, Pelvis Restoration, Cervical Revolution, and Myokinematic Restoration • Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization Certified in: DNS approach to the throwing athlete, DNS A, and DNS Exercise Sport 1 • Stick Mobility Certified • Certified in Mysofasical Manipulation • Extremity Evaluation and Manipulation, Extremity Integration, Spinal Evaluation and Manipulation, Advanced Evaluation and Manipulation of the Pelvis, Lumbar and Thoracic Spine; Advanced Evaluation and Manipulation of the Cranio-Facial, Cervical and Upper Thoracic Spine and Functional Analysis and Management of the Lumbo-Pelvic Hip Complex • Certified in Blood Flow Restriction DR. KAHL GOLDFARB PT, DPT, OCS, OMT, CSCS CEO of Water & Sports Physical Therapy • Board Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist • Post Graduate Doctoral Degree in Orthopaedics and Manual Therapy Residency with Spinal Emphasis • Former Head Physical Therapist San Diego Padres • Former Adjunct Professor San Diego State University Doctor of Physical Therapy Program

In Session 185, AKA Inside JABA Series #11, I'm joined by Drs. Linda LeBlanc, Jeff Tiger, and Javier Virues-Ortega for a deep dive into automatically maintained behavior. This session was inspired by the study Javier and his colleagues published in the Spring 2022 issue of JABA (Virues-Ortega, Clayton, Perez-Bustamante, Gaerlan, and Fahmie, 2022).  In this episode, we discuss the nature of, and challenges with automatically-maintained problem behavior. And this is tackled from both conceptual and treatment angles. As I mention in the episode, I don't encounter these types of problem behaviors that frequently these days, so it was a treat to update my knowledge in this area.  It's easy to think of automatic reinforcement as a monolith, but as it turns out, even dividing it up between positive and negative reinforcement may not be sufficient enough to render effective treatment.  We spent probably the first 25-30 minutes discussing some of the known challenges associated with assessing and treating these repertoires, and then spend the remaining time discussing Javier and his colleagues' paper, which presented two very unique investigations.  If you work with individuals with these profiles, you'll want to listen all the way through, and better still, check out the paper itself.  Here are some of the studies we discussed: Functional analysis patterns of automatic reinforcement: A review and component analysis of treatment effects (Virues-Ortega et al., 2022) An analysis of the reinforcing properties of handmouthing (Goh et al., 1995) Delineating subtypes of Self Injurious Behavior maintained by automatic reinforcement (Hagopian, Rooker, and Zarcone, 2015). A retrospective analysis of stereotypy: Applicability of the behavioral subtyping model (Wunderlich, Hemstreet and Best, 2022; not discussed during this episode, but in the same issue of JABA, and on my list to read next).  Lastly, I'd be remiss if I did not take a minute to thank Linda LeBlanc for reaching out to me to start the Inside JABA series. As I tell her every chance I get, I consider it an honor to be involved with the flagship journal in our field. If someone told me as an undergraduate at the University of New Hampshire that I'd be regularly involved with JABA in some capacity, I wouldn't have believed them.  As some of you might know, Linda's term as Editor in Chief is expiring, but we are planning to continue the podcast series with incoming EIC, Dr. John Borrero. More info on this to come, but in the meantime, please enjoy this installment of the Inside JABA Series. 

The rise of remote CEU opportunities has been exponential. Most analysts I know get their CEUs from online webinars or podcasts. However, there has been little research in effective telehealth training, especially in more complex topics, such as the set up and application of the functional analysis. These researchers evaluate a completely remote option for training, and then take feedback to adjust their methodology mid paper! Lloveras, L. A., Tate, S. A., Vollmer, T. R., King, M., Jones, H., & Peters, K. P. (2022). Training behavior analysts to conduct functional analyses using a remote group behavioral skills training package. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 55(1), 290-304. https://doi.org/10.1002/jaba.893

I have never been shy about my love of the trial based functional analysis. I think it's a great tool and a great way to quickly identify a function. This article applies this methodology to behavioral feeding and compares it to the more traditional extended FA. There findings are interesting, so I would check this one out! Andersen, A. S., Hansen, B. A., & Peterson, K. M. (2022). An evaluation of trial-based functional analyses of inappropriate mealtime behavior. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 55(1), 264-289. https://doi.org/10.1002/jaba.888

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This next article is over another fun and novel concept. The application of a standard visual analysis criteria for the trial based functional analysis. Quickly becoming my favorite clinically practical assessment, the trial based functional analysis excels in practicality, except for one aspect. The standard research suggests a fixed number of trials, and then examining the data in a summary format rather than continued visual analysis. This article attempts to solve that problem by promote a form of ongoing visual analysis and structured set of rules for identifying behavioral functions.  Citation + DOI: Standish, C. M., Bailey, K. M., Lambert, J. M., Copeland, B. A., Banerjee, I., & Lamers, M. E. (2021). Formative applications of ongoing visual inspection for trial-based functional analysis: A proof of concept. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 54(4) 1526-1540. https://doi.org/10.1002/jaba.866

What happens when the perfect dog for you isn't the perfect dog for your household? ⁠ ⁠How can a reactive dog bursting with energy and constantly under stress succeed in a home where the resident cats *literally* keep her up at night? That's exactly what happened when @rantalksdogs brought home Lenny. In the first part of this two-part interview, Ran took us through the intricacies of Lenny's cat-related distress and what steps they took to try and bring some peace and coexistence to the household. Key Moments [1:26] Our cast of characters [5:29] Ran's history with animals and first finding Lenny [7:11] Introducing Lenny into the household and the problems that started [13:27] The decision to rehome and how it fell through [15:43] What is a Functional Analysis? [22:09] When there's too much stress in the household preventing any form of training [26:15] Training with punishment and the side effects, clearly defined criteria [37:50] Break down of why the procedure was effective [41:00] The importance of professional support when using punishment-based training [43:08] Genetics and behavior predisposition Key Linkshttps://www.thedogbehaviorinstitute.com/bio-ran (Dog Behavior Institute) https://m.iaabc.org/about/lima/hierarchy/ (Humane Hierarchy) Ran's Instagram The PETS Process Guide

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Earlier this summer I had the chance to chat with Dr. Kelsey Ruppel, who is a Senior Consultant and the Director of Operations at FTF Behavioral Consulting. After I stopped getting tongue-tied in the introduction, we were able to cover a wide variety of topics, including: How she got into ABA. Pro-tips for remote consultation. A quick review of the Preschool Life Skills curriculum. Her research on addressing emerging problem behaviors, i.e., the development of the BALANCE program. More pro-tips: How to speed up the Skills-Based Treatment Process. What Kelsey plans to talk about at the upcoming Stone Soup Conference. And what is meant by the term, "Gray Reinforcement." In short, this interview has tons of practical tips for everyday BCBA's, and I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did. Here are some links to what we discussed: An Evaluation of “Balance”: a Home-Based, Parent-Implemented Program Addressing Emerging Problem Behavior (Ruppel et al., 2021). Session 145 with The Consultants for Children (Lessons from Implementing the PFA Process). Preschool Life Skills: Recent Advancements and Future Directions (Fahmie and Luczynski, 2018). Prevention of problem behavior by teaching functional communication and self-control skills to preschoolers (Luczynski and Hanley, 2013). Free resources and downloads re: all things Practical Functional Assessment, Skills Based Treatment, and more! The Stone Soup Conference (save at registration using coupon code: PODCAST). Not included in the interview, but just as exciting, Kelsey will keynote the New Hampshire ABA 2021 conference on 9/11/2021. Link is here, and you can save at registration by using coupon code Matt2021. The FTF on-demand courses. As an FYI, Early-adopter and above tier Patrons can get a 20% discount on the 10-hour PFA/SBT course, the BALANCE course, and the Stereotypy course. And here are some bluetooth earpieces in case anyone is interested (note: Amazon affiliate link). This episode is brought to you with the support of the following: The 2021 Stone Soup Conference! I challenge you to find a better CEU value in any virtual conference out there. With pod faves like Drs. Linda LeBlanc, Dithu Rajaraman, Jim Moore, Kerri Milyko, and more, there's something for everyone at this event. Use promo code PODCAST to save even more at checkout! Click here for additional details. The 2021 New Hampshire ABA Conference! If you're in New England on September 11th, 2021, take the short drive to beautiful Concord, NH to attend this year's event. If you're not local to the region, don't worry, the event is available virtually as well! This year's program features both clinical and business tracks, a free lunch, an afternoon ice cream social, oh, and there will be great talks too, including Drs. Kelsey Ruppel, Paulie Gavoni, Byron Wine, Peter Gerhardt, Antonio Harrison, and more! Go to NHABA.net, and click the conference tab for details. While you're there, use the promo code Matt2021 to save at checkout. If you like what you hear on the Behavioral Observations Podcast, you can support the show by either joining the Patreon group, which provides numerous benefits (ad-free podcasts, members-only events, discounts on cool stuff, and more!), or by considering the BOP for your continuing education needs.

View Episode 8: How Do We Figure out What We Really Want: Listening to Our Inner Voice Jacob and Judy use The Rider-Waite Tarot Deck to pull the XVI The Tower_ and the Wisdom of the Oracle Divination Cards to pull the 33 Chaos and Conflict card. They talk about times of transition and the principle of three. They also talk about motivation and how to help clients connect with some of their desires. Time Stamps 00:00 Episode 08 of The Mother Dearest Show 00:26 Pulling the XVI The Tower and 33 Chaos and Conflict Cards 02:54 Principle of 3 09:50 How do we Motivate Clients 20:42 Functions of Behavior 24:54 Liberation and Being Who We Are Links The Rider-Waite Tarot XVI The Tower Card The Wisdom of the Oracle Divination Cards 33 Chaos and Conflict Wisdom of the Oracle Divination Cards: Ask and Know by Colette Baron-Reid Pathfinder's Tarot by David Fontana We talk about the phases of the moon and make a reference to Episode 3: The Breaking and Breakthroughs in our Lives We talk about the principle of 3. I was unable to find any specifically about that in the same context. The close was some discussion about the Cyclic Universe: Endless Birth, Death, and Rebirth Judy mentions our conversation about drawing tarot cards with clients, which we had in Episode 1: Our First Episode - Tarot Cards and EMDR in Counseling. We talked about Father Greg Boyle at Homeboy Industries. We talked about the functions of behavior. This topic generally comes from Hanley et al.'s (2003) Functional Analysis of Problem Behavior: A Review. The functions of behavior are: Attention (peer / adult) Sensory Escape feeling/tasks Gain agenda or physical control Judy is reading/listening to Untamed by Glennon Doyle link to the author website Reference Hanley, G. P., Iwata, B. A., & McCord, B. E. (2003). Functional analysis of problem behavior: A review. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 36(2), 147-185. https://doi.org/10.1901/jaba.2003.36-147

And yea, the functional analysis sprung from the head of Iwata et al. And the results were good. Fast forward a few decades and researchers are still exploring the limits of this game changing assessment tool, finding ways for BCBAs to conduct safer and faster procedures. And to sum up some recent touchstone moments in this journey, we’re joined by researcher and FA history expert, Dr. Jessica Slaton to look at 40 year…and beyond! This episode is available for 1.0 LEARNING CEU. Articles discussed this episode: Smith, R.G. & Churchill, R.M. (2002). Identification of environmental determinants of behavior disorders through functional analysis of precursor behaviors. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 35, 125-136. doi: 10.1901/jaba.2002.35-125 Thomason-Sassi, J.L., Iwata, B.A., Neidert, P.L., & Roscoe, E.M. (2011). Response latency as an index of response strength during functional analyses of problem behavior. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 44, 51-67. doi: 10.1901/jaba.2011.44-51 Slaton, J.D. & Hanley, G.P. (2018). Nature and scope of synthesis in functional analysis and treatment of problem behavior. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 51, 943-973. doi: 10.1002/jaba.498 Warner, C.A., Hanley, G.P., Landa, R.K., Ruppel, K.W., Rajaraman, A., Ghaemmaghami, M., Slaton, J.D., & Gover, H.C. (2020). Toward accurate inferences of response class membership. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 53, 331-354. doi: 10.1002/jaba.598 If you're interested in ordering CEs for listening to this episode, click here to go to the store page. You'll need to enter your name, BCBA #, and the two episode secret code words to complete the purchase. Email us at abainsidetrack@gmail.com for further assistance.

We were walking through the park today, because it’s the Merry Merry Month of May! And, who should we run into but our book club pal, Alan, to ring in the new topics we’ll be discussing this month. After reminiscing on the fun of discussing Neurotribes, we look forward to our episodes on quality of life, bullying, and the evolution of the functional analysis with Dr. Jessica Slaton. We’re about as funny as a screen door on a battleship. Articles for May 2021 Quality of Life Bernhardt, J.B., Larn, G.Y.H., Thomas, T., Cubells, J.F., Bohlke, K. Reid, M., & Rice, C.E. (2020). Meaning in measurement: Evaluating young autistic adults’ active engagement and expressed interest in quality-of-life goals. Ausitm in Adulthood, 2, 227-242. doi: 10.1089/aut.2019.0081 Burgess, A.F. & Gutstein, S.E. (2007). Quality of life for people with autism: Raising the standard for evaluating successful outcomes. Child and Adolescent Mental Health, 12, 80-86. doi: 10.1111/j.1475-3588.2006.00432.x Ayres, M., Parr, JR., Rodgers, J., Mason, D., Avery ,L., & Flynn, D. (2017). A systematic review of quality of life of adults on the autism spectrum. Autism, 22, 774-783. doi: 10.1177/1362361317714988 The History and Evolution of Functional Analysis w/ Dr. Jessica Slaton Smith, R.G. & Churchill, R.M. (2002). Identification of environmental determinants of behavior disorders through functional analysis of precursor behaviors. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 35, 125-136. doi: 10.1901/jaba.2002.35-125 Thomason-Sassi, J.L., Iwata, B.A., Neidert, P.L., & Roscoe, E.M. (2011). Response latency as an index of response strength during functional analyses of problem behavior. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 44, 51-67. doi: 10.1901/jaba.2011.44-51 Slaton, J.D. & Hanley, G.P. (2018). Nature and scope of synthesis in functional analysis and treatment of problem behavior. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 51, 943-973. doi: 10.1002/jaba.498 Warner, C.A., Hanley, G.P., Landa, R.K., Ruppel, K.W., Rajaraman, A., Ghaemmaghami, M., Slaton, J.D., & Gover, H.C. (2020). Toward accurate inferences of response class membership. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 53, 331-354. doi: 10.1002/jaba.598 Bullying Gaffney, H., Farrington, D.P., & Ttofi, M.M. (2019). Examining the effectiveness of school-bullying intervention programs globally: A meta-analysis. International Journal of Bullying Prevention, 1, 14-31. doi: 10.1007/s42380-019-0007-4 Gaffney, H., Ttofi, M.M., & Farrington, D.P. (2019). Evaluating the effectiveness of school-bullying prevention programs: An updated meta-analytical review. Aggression and Violent Behavior, 45, 111-133. doi: 10.1016/j.avb.2018.07.001 Gaffney, H., Ttofi, M.M., & Farrington, D.P. (2021). What works in anti-bullying programs? Analysis of effective intervention components. Journal of School Psychology, 85, 37-56. doi: 10.1016/j.jsp.2020.12.002 Ross, S.W. & Horner, R.H. (2009). Bully prevention in positive behavior support. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 42, 747-759. doi: 10.1901/jaba.2009.42-747 Stannis, R.L., Crosland, K.A., Miltenberger, R., & Valbuena, D. (2019). Response to bullying (RTB): Behavioral skills and in situ training for individuals diagnosed with intellectual disabilities. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 52, 73-83. doi: 10.1002/jaba.501

Dr. Clary is a Chiropractic Neurologist. Dr. Fred Clary, D.C., D.I.B.C.N. is the creator of the newest chiropractic technique, Functional Analysis. This technique focuses on detecting and correcting breathing inefficiencies as well as gait patterns. He lectures nationally for attorneys, medical physicians, physical therapists, chiropractors, and athletic trainers in their pursuit of continuing education hours. Dr. Clary holds many state, national, and world records in powerlifting and was voted Best Chiropractor in New Brighton. Read Dr. Fred Clary's blog for ongoing additional information. To learn more about Dr. Fred Clary and his practice visit his website at http://www.drfredclarydc.com/ Book Recommendation: The Psychoneuroimmunology of chronic disease. By Kathleen Kendall. - https://amzn.to/3v4wagN Here are the questions we cover in this episode: Why is it important? Give us some immune system basics. How can we use our minds to strengthen our immune system? Chronic vs acute stress. Can you train your immune system? Can mindfulness improve your immune system? Affirmations/prayers for stress. Make sure to subscribe to this Youtube channel and hit the notification to get notified when new videos are published! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXi5...​ Make Sure to Subscribe to Dr. Michael Christopher D.C Podcast on. RadioPublic: https://radiopublic.com/dr-michael-christopher-dc-69KMMDSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5umOH0zQg22v7HZ2JOBPxBGoogle Podcasts: https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ODFhOTFjMC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw==Pocket Casts: https://pca.st/26uxovg2 (Disclaimer: The discussion contained in this episode is intended for educational and informational purposes only) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Neil Deochand and Becky Eldridge join us to talk about thier paper, Toward the Development of a Functional Analysis Risk Assessment Decision Tool. Show Notes Remember to join us on Facebook to suggest articles to review and questions for authors. https://www.facebook.com/BApractice Acknowledgments Host and Executive Producer: Cody Morris, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA https://salve.edu/users/dr-cody-morris Assistant Productor: Elizbeth Narvaez Production Assistants for this Episode Jesse Perrin Jacqueline Wilson Biancé Ferrucci Organizational Support ABAI https://www.abainternational.org/welcome.aspx Behavior Analysis in Practice Editor, Stephanie Peterson, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA https://www.abainternational.org/journals/bap.aspx Music Cruising Altitude by Jim Carr and his band New Latitude http://www.newlatitudemusic.com Link to Article https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40617-020-00433-y Links from Talk Emails Neil Deochand deochanl@ucmail.uc.edu Becky Eldridge rebecca.eldridge@wmich.edu

So the title of this show may be a bit of a misnomer. Let me explain... In Session 148, Shira Karpel and Shayna Gaunt, founders of HowToABA.com, join me to talk about one of my favorite topics: supporting the newly-minted BCBA. As you might know by now, that's very often my closing question of the podcast. In this episode however, we pretty much spent the entire time talking about strategies for helping early-career professionals succeed. So what is the misnomer all about? As it turns out, the advice that Shira and Shayna provided - on topics ranging from obtaining mentorship to setting professional boundaries - is helpful for BCBA's of all experience levels. Moreover, Shira and Shayna created HowToABA.com to provide materials and continuing education opportunities for BCBA's, as well as a supportive community of like-minded practitioners. And in this episode, they share their experiences and insight and address the following: Common challenges faced by newly-minted BCBA's (and how to address them). Common mistakes early-stage practitioners make. Strategies to establish professional boundaries. What practitioners are looking for in their Continuing Education. Why they started HowToABA.com. The ABA Forum that they're hosting. It's a virtual 3-night event where they bring together recognized speakers in the field who will share on different topics in Behavior Analysis - from supervision to ethics and social skills and everything in between. Again, despite the headline, there's something in this episode for everyone. Also, I want to note that we had some intermittent Zoom connectivity challenges, and Shira's audio flaked in and out in a few spots. I chose not to edit those segments out because I think she was still able to make her points known, and thankfully, we were able to resolve it as the show went on. Here are links to some of the things we discussed: The HowToABA.com homepage (and if you sign up for the BxResource, use code BOP to save 10%). The ABA Forum registration page. Surveys of the use (or lack thereof) Functional Analysis by practitioners (Oliver, Pratt, and Normand, 2015; Roscoe, et al., 2015). Great article about setting boundaries and avoiding burnout. And here's another perspective. Today's episode is brought to you by: The 2021 Virginia Association for Behavior Analysis Conference! This year's VABA conference is April 15th and 16th. While this will be a safe and socially-distanced in-person event, it will also be available online, so don't worry if you're not local to the Virginia area. If you do sign up for it, use the promo code, GOMBU - a nod to conference sponsor, Mary Baldwin University, to save at checkout. HRIC Recruiting. Barb Voss has been placing BCBAs in permanent positions throughout the US for just about a decade, and has been in the business more generally for 30 years. When you work with HRIC, you work directly with Barb, thereby accessing highly personalized service. So if you're about to graduate, you're looking for a change of pace, or you just want to know if the grass really is greener on the other side, head over to HRIColorado.com to schedule a confidential chat right away. Also, I'm throwing a 5-year anniversary sale for all BOP CEU events. Get 55% off all CEU events by using the promo code "fiveyears." This offer expires at the end of February, 2021. Don't need CEU's, but want to get ad-free podcasts, access to bonus content, member Q & A zooms, and more? Consider joining the BOP Patreon Group. For more info, check out patreon.com/behavioralobservations!

Stephanie M. Peterson, Ph.D., is Professor Psychology and Chair of the Department of Psychology at Western Michigan University.  She earned her doctorate in Special Education at The University of Iowa in 1994.  Previously, she taught at Gonzaga University, Utah State University, The Ohio State University, and Idaho State University.  Dr. Becky Eldridge, BCBA-D, is the Clinical Director of WMU’s Kalamazoo Autism Center.  She obtained her master’s degree from the University of Chicago focusing on disability studies, and her Ph.D. in behavior analysis from Western Michigan University, under the supervision of Dr. Stephanie Peterson.  She has worked in homes, clinics, and school settings with professionals and parents from diverse backgrounds to implement effective interventions for children and young adults with autism and other developmental disorders.   For More Information: www.wmich.edu/psychology https://www.facebook.com/wmudepartmentofpsychology https://wmuace.com/kac   All Autism Talk (allautismtalk.com) is sponsored by LEARN Behavioral (learnbehavioral.com).

The FAST identifies factors that may influence problem behaviors. Use it only for screening as part of a comprehensive functional analysis of the behavior. Administer the FAST to several individuals who interact with the client frequently. Then use the results to guide direct observation in several different situations to verify suspected behavioral functions and to identify other factors that may influence the problem behavior.

Link to bioRxiv paper: http://biorxiv.org/cgi/content/short/2020.11.09.374579v1?rss=1 Authors: Ryden, M. P. E., Englund, M., Ali, N. Abstract: Functional analysis has become a common approach to incorporate biological knowledge into the analysis of omics data, and to explore molecular events that govern a disease state. It is though only one step in a wider analytical pipeline that typically requires use of multiple individual analysis software. There is currently a need for a well-integrated omics analysis tool that performs all the steps. The ProteoMill portal is developed as an R Shiny application and integrates all necessary steps from data-upload, converting identifiers, to quality control, differential expression and network-based functional analysis into a single fast, interactive easy to use workflow. Further, it maintains annotation data sources up to date, overcoming a common problem with use of outdated information, and seamlessly integrates multiple R-packages for an improved user-experience. The functionality provided in this software can benefit researchers by facilitating the exploratory analysis of proteomics data. ProteoMill is available for free at https://proteomill.com. Copy rights belong to original authors. Visit the link for more info

Link to bioRxiv paper: http://biorxiv.org/cgi/content/short/2020.10.19.345835v1?rss=1 Authors: Bucchini, F., Del Cortona, A., Kreft, Łukasz, Botzki, A., Van Bel, M., Vandepoele, K. Abstract: Advances in high-throughput sequencing have resulted in a massive increase of RNA-Seq transcriptome data. However, the promise of rapid gene expression profiling in a specific tissue, condition, unicellular organism, or microbial community comes with new computational challenges. Owing to the limited availability of well-resolved reference genomes, de novo assembled (meta)transcriptomes have emerged as popular tools for investigating the gene repertoire of previously uncharacterized organisms. Yet, despite their potential, these datasets often contain fragmented or contaminant sequences, and their analysis remains difficult. To alleviate some of these challenges, we developed TRAPID 2.0, a web application for the fast and efficient processing of assembled transcriptome data. The initial processing phase performs a global characterization of the input data, providing each transcript with several layers of annotation, comprising structural, functional, and taxonomic information. The exploratory phase enables downstream analyses from the web application. Available analyses include the assessment of gene space completeness, the functional analysis and comparison of transcript subsets, and the study of transcripts in an evolutionary context. A comparison with similar tools highlights TRAPID's unique features. Finally, analyses performed within TRAPID 2.0 are complemented by interactive data visualizations, facilitating the extraction of new biological insights, as demonstrated with diatom community metatranscriptomes. Copy rights belong to original authors. Visit the link for more info

Link to bioRxiv paper: http://biorxiv.org/cgi/content/short/2020.10.01.322495v1?rss=1 Authors: Birtele, M., Sharma, Y., Storm, P., Kajtez, J., Sozzi, E., Nilsson, F., Nelander Wahlestedt, J., Stott, S., L He, X., Mattsson, B., Rylander Ottosson, D., Barker, R. A., Fiorenzano, A., Parmar, M. Abstract: Transplantation of midbrain dopamine (DA) neurons for the treatment of Parkinson s disease (PD) is a strategy that has being extensively explored and clinical trials using fetal and stem cell-derived DA neurons are ongoing. An increased understanding of the mechanisms promoting the generation of distinct subtypes of midbrain DA during normal development will be essential for guiding future efforts to precisely generate molecularly defined and subtype specific DA neurons from pluripotent stem cells. In this study, we used droplet-based scRNA-seq to transcriptionally profile a large number of fetal cells from human embryos at different stages of ventral midbrain (VM) development (6, 8, and 11 weeks post conception). This revealed that the emergence of transcriptionally distinct cellular populations was evident already at these early timepoints. To study late events of human DA differentiation and functional maturation, we established a primary fetal 3D culture system that recapitulates key molecular aspects of late human DA neurogenesis and sustains differentiation and functional maturation of DA neurons in a physiologically relevant cellular context. This approach allowed us to define the molecular identities of distinct human DA progenitors and neurons at single cell resolution and construct developmental trajectories of cell types in the developing fetal VM. Overall these findings provide a unique transcriptional profile of developing fetal VM and functionally mature human DA neurons, which can be used to quality control stem cell-derived DA neurons and guide stem cell-based therapies and disease modeling approaches in PD. Copy rights belong to original authors. Visit the link for more info

Link to bioRxiv paper: http://biorxiv.org/cgi/content/short/2020.08.19.257576v1?rss=1 Authors: Wang, J.-W., Lagitnay, R. B. J. S., Derilo, R. C., Wu, J.-L., Chuang, D.-Y. Abstract: Pectobacterium carotovorum subsp. Carotovorum 3F3 is a gram-negative phyto-parasitic enterobacterium. This strain is a producer of Carocin S2 bacteriocin, which comprises of two proteins of different sizes. Carocin S2K (killer protein) which is responsible for antibiotic resistance and Carocin S2I (immunity protein) which inhibits the antibiotic activity.The present study aimed to predict the structure and functional properties of Carocin S2. Computational approaches utilizing various bioinformatic tools predicted that Carocin S2 is a putative membrane protein having the N-terminal at the extracellular side and the central domain at the coiled-coil region. Carocin S2 was predicted to have three domains, the translocation domains, receptor-binding domain and the killer domain. Moreover, the killer domain was calculated to have the catalytic cleft. The in-vivo assays confirmed that for Carocin S2K, bound immunity protein was not a pre-requisite for cell attachment or translocation. The site-directed mutagenesis experiment led us to hypothesized the hydrolysis mechanism of Carocin S2. The predicted structure of Carocin S2K provided a system of understanding on the biochemical and structural function which led to the mechanism of Carocin S2. It revealed that the role of immunity protein to Carocin S2 is not a pre-requisite for the translocation pathway. Furthermore, this research led to hypothesized a hydrolytic mechanism of Carocin S2 to target the tRNA. Copy rights belong to original authors. Visit the link for more info

Link to bioRxiv paper: http://biorxiv.org/cgi/content/short/2020.06.10.137679v1?rss=1 Authors: Parolari, L., Schneeberger, M., Heintz, N., Friedman, J. Abstract: The Subthalamic Nucleus (STN) is a component of the basal ganglia and plays a key role to control movement and limbic-associative functions. STN modulation with Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) improves the symptoms of Parkinson Disease (PD) and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) patients. However, DBS does not allow for cell-type specific modulation of the STN. While extensive work has focused on understanding STN functionality, the understanding of its cellular components is limited. Here, we first performed an anatomical characterization of molecular markers for specific STN neurons. These studies revealed that most STN neurons express Pitx2, and that different overlapping subsets express Gabrr3, Ndnf or Nos1. Next, we used neuronal modulatory tools to demonstrate their roles in regulating locomotor and limbic functions in mice. Specifically, we showed that optogenetic photoactivation of STN neurons in Pitx2-Cre mice or of the Gabrr3- expressing subpopulation induces locomotor changes, and improves locomotion in a PD mouse model. Additionally, photoactivation of Pitx2 and Gabrr3 cells induced repetitive grooming, a phenotype associated with OCD. Repeated stimulation prompted a persistent increase in grooming that could be reversed by fluoxetine treatment, a first-line drug therapy for OCD. Conversely, repeated inhibition of STNGabrr3 neurons suppressed grooming in Sapap3-KO mice, a model for OCD. Finally, circuit and functional mapping of STNGabrr3 neurons showed that these effects are mediated via projections to the globus pallidus/entopeduncular nucleus and substantia nigra reticulata. Altogether, these data identify Gabrr3 neurons as a key population in mediating the beneficial effects of STN modulation thus providing a new molecular handle for PD and OCD drug discovery. Copy rights belong to original authors. Visit the link for more info

Link to bioRxiv paper: http://biorxiv.org/cgi/content/short/2020.05.12.092320v1?rss=1 Authors: Maeki-Marttunen, V., Espeseth, T. Abstract: Functional neuroimaging of small brainstem structures in humans is gaining increasing interest due to their potential importance in aging and many clinical conditions. Researchers have used different methods to measure activity in the locus coeruleus (LC), the main noradrenergic nucleus in the brain. However, the reliability of the different methods for identifying this small structure is unclear. In the present article, we compared four different approaches to estimate localization of the LC in a large sample (N = 98): 1) a probabilistic map from a previous study, 2) masks segmented from neuromelanin-sensitive scans, 3) components from a masked-independent components analysis of the functional data, and 4) a mask from pupil regression of the functional data. The four methods have been used in the community and find some support as reliable ways of assessing the localization of LC in vivo in humans by using functional imaging. We report several measures of similarity between the LC masks obtained from the different methods. In addition, we compare the similarity between functional connectivity maps obtained from the different masks. We conclude that sample-specific masks appear more suitable than masks from a different sample, that masks based on structural versus functional methods may capture different portions of LC, and that, at the group level, the creation of a "consensus" mask using more than one approach may give a better estimate of LC localization. Copy rights belong to original authors. Visit the link for more info

Today on episode 44, we bring on Dimitri Makridis who has been in the field for 11 years and board certified for the past 5 years. He has a ton of experience in a variety of populations and diagnosis. When sh*t hits the fan, you call Dimitri. Along with Ryan O from the Daily BA they started The Controversial Exchange Podcast, which is just an all around badass podcast. When we found out how much Dimitri loves to talk about all things functional analysis, we had to bring him on so our listeners would be able to really understand just how important FA’s truly are and how to not be afraid of them! We dive deep into Greg Hanley’s Practical Functional Assessment and synthesized contingencies versus isolated contingiences. We chat about manipulating the MO and how there may be more than just the four functions of behavior we are taught. Sound scary? Don’t worry, we break it down so you will understand it, as always. This is an episode that could really help you increase your understanding and competency on FA’s so when you get get out of your house #imaginethat you can be a stronger practitioner! Love you. Mean it. Show notes: Resources discussed in the show: https://practicalfunctionalassessment.files.wordpress.com/2020/02/form-for-designing-the-iisca.pdf https://practicalfunctionalassessment.com/implementation-materials/ http://www.pcma.com/pcmateamofexperts.asp https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3659502/pdf/anvb-29-01-3.pdf https://www.abainternational.org/media/46721/HanleyFAInterview.pdf https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/jaba.384 Check out Dmitri’s and Ryan O’s podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-controversial-exchange/id1450213243 Support us and help us continue to shoot the shit with a side of behavior: www.patreon.com/behaviorbitchespodcast

In this episode, RyanO, Danielle & Dimitri talk about some of their favorite readings. Stay safe, and if you want to join the webinar mentioned it's open to the first 100 participants (REGISTER HERE), the recording will be shared publicly, for free, indefinitely upon completion of the webinar. Dimitri's Recommendation's Science and Human Behavior by: B.F. Skinner Learning and Complex Behavior by: J.W. Donahoe & D.C. Palmer The Dynamics of Behavior Development: An Epigenetic View The Blue Books: Goldiamond's Functional Analysis of Behavior The Eden Conspiracy by: Joe Harless Behave by: Robert Sapolsky Can't Hurt Me by: David Goggins Marcus Aurelius: Meditations Danielle's Recommendation's Coercion and Its Fallout The Happiness Trap A Liberated Mind Evolution and Contextual Behavioral Science: An Integrated Framework for Understanding, Predicting, and Influencing Human Behavior Changing Cultural Practices: A Contextualist Framework for Intervention Research The Nurture Effect: How the Science of Human Behavior Can Improve Our Lives and Our World Misbehaving: The Making of Behavioral Economics Freakonomics: Revised Edition Ryan O's Recommendation's A History of the Behavioral Therapies: Founders' Personal Histories Rule-Governed Behavior: Cognition, Contingencies, and Instructional Control Learning RFT: An Introduction to Relational Frame Theory and Its Clinical Application Behavioral Science: Tales of Inspiration, Discovery, and Service Omnibus Edition Tactics of Scientific Research: Evaluating Experimental Data in Psychology Understanding Behavior Disorders: A Contemporary Behavioral Perspective The Logic of Modern Science The Scientist-Practitioner: Research and Accountability in the Age of Managed Care (2nd Edition) Let Me Hear Your Voice: A Family's Triumph over Autism Houston, We Have a Narrative: Why Science Needs Story --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thecontroversialexchange/message

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Join us for another Megan’s Musings episode! This time we are discussing the Great Debate: PFA and Traditional FA. Behavior Analysts have incredible behavior change technology at their fingertips for drastically improving the quality of lives of numerous individuals who engage in challenging behavior that interferes with learning and may be harmful to themselves or others. Is the technology that was developed in the 80s and heavily researched since then sufficient for producing these changes or should we be advancing and progressive as a field and embrace the research from Dr. Hanley on Practical Functional Assessment? Dr. Miller and Joe discuss the two sides of this discussion and share their viewpoints. Before any good debate on a topic can occur, listeners must understand where the debate stems from so this episode opens with a quick overview of the historical significance of Functional Analysis. Then we dive right in to the two sides of the debate: Traditional Functional Analysis vs Practical Functional Assessment. The episode concludes by discussing who ultimately “wins” the debate. Resources to Learn More Tables Analyzing Research Articles from Fisher and Greer #dobetter Webinar on Challenging Behavior - Look at the September 2018 Row Behavioral Observations Podcast with Dr. Hanley Session 1 Functional Assessment BOP with Dr. Hanley Session 7 Function Based Treatment BOP with Dr. Hanley Session 20 Q and A BOP with Dr. Hanley Session 94 Practical Functional Assessment BOP with Dr. Fisher Session 45 Best Practices Functional Analysis Dr. Hanley’s Website on PFA

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This episode Zach and Caleb discuss the ethics surrounding the use of functional analysis. They are joined by Dr. SungWoo Kahng and Dr. Sarah Bloom.    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: UPDATE ABOUT FA MANUAL: After recording this episode, Dr. Kahng sent along this reference to a recently published functional analysis manual. Check it out! Chok, J. T., Harper, J. M., Weiss, M. J., Bird, F. L., & Luiselli, J. K. (2019). Functional analysis: A practitioner’s guide to implementation and training. London: Elsevier.   References: BACB Professional and Ethical Compliance Codes - 1.01, 2.09, and 3.01 https://www.bacb.com/wp-content/uploads/BACB-Compliance-Code-english_190318.pdf Bijou, S. W., Peterson, R. F., & Ault, M. H. (1968). A method to integrate descriptive and experimental field studies at the level of data and empirical concepts. Journal of applied behavior analysis, 1, 175-191. Bloom, S. E., Iwata, B. A., Fritz, J. N., Roscoe, E. M., & Carreau, A. B. (2011). Classroom application of a trial‐based functional analysis. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 44, 19-31. Hanley, G. P. (2012). Functional assessment of problem behavior: Dispelling myths, overcoming implementation obstacles, and developing new lore. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 5, 54-72. Hanley, G. P., Jin, C. S., Vanselow, N. R., & Hanratty, L. A. (2014). Producing meaningful improvements in problem behavior of children with autism via synthesized analyses and treatments. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 47, 16-36. Hanley, G. P., Iwata, B. A., & Thompson, R. H. (2001). Reinforcement schedule thinning following treatment with functional communication training. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 34(1), 17-38. Iwata, B. A., Dorsey, M. F., Slifer, K. J., Bauman, K. E., & Richman, G. S. (1994). Toward a functional analysis of self‐injury. Journal of applied behavior analysis, 27, 197-209. Iwata, B. A., Vollmer, T. R., & Zarcone, J. R. (1990). The experimental (functional) analysis of behavior disorders: Methodology, applications, and limitations. In A. C. Repp & N. N. Singh (Eds.), Perspectives on the use of nonaversive and aversive interventions for persons with developmental disabilities (pp. 301-330). Sycamore, IL, US: Sycamore Publishing Company. Kahng, S., Hausman, N. L., Fisher, A. B., Donaldson, J. M., Cox, J. R., Lugo, M., & Wiskow, K. M. (2015). The safety of functional analyses of self‐injurious behavior. Journal of applied behavior analysis, 48, 107-114. Oliver, A. C., Pratt, L. A., & Normand, M. P. (2015). A survey of functional behavior assessment methods used by behavior analysts in practice. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 48, 817-829. Roscoe, E. M., Phillips, K. M., Kelly, M. A., Farber, R., & Dube, W. V. (2015). A statewide survey assessing practitioners' use and perceived utility of functional assessment. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 48(4), 830-844. Schlinger Jr, H. D., & Normand, M. P. (2013). On the origin and functions of the term functional analysis. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 46, 285-288. Sigafoos, J., & Saggers, E. (1995). A discrete-trial approach to the functional analysis of aggressive behaviour in two boys with autism. Australia and New Zealand Journal of Developmental Disabilities, 20, 287-297. Smith, R. G., & Churchill, R. M. (2002). Identification of environmental determinants of behavior disorders through functional analysis of precursor behaviors. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 35, 125-136. Smith, C. M., Smith, R. G., Dracobly, J. D., & Pace, A. P. (2012). Multiple‐respondent anecdotal assessments: An analysis of interrater agreement and correspondence with analogue assessment outcomes. Journal of applied behavior analysis, 45, 779-795. Thomason‐Sassi, J. L., Iwata, B. A., Neidert, P. L., & Roscoe, E. M. (2011). Response latency as an index of response strength during functional analyses of problem behavior. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 44, 51-67.

Podcast Episode 15 Behaviour Change - Necessity is the Mother of Invention Dr. Ron Van Houten, Bobbi Hoadley, Cathy KnightsABA technical concepts covered in this podcast: Behaviour change procedures; pattern analyses; measurement; Functional Analysis; punishment procedures; negative reinforcement by reducing time and effort; positive punishment using delay and exertion; motivating operations and establishing operations; contextual fit; visual contextual cues; efficiency; group contingencies; maintenance  Bobbi and Cathy: When we have a problem that isn’t being solved, we create an intervention, or an invention, that will address the problem. The person we are talking to is such an interesting man, his name is Doctor Ron Van Houten and he is an ABA doctor and a professor at Western Michigan University. He has done work all over North American and Europe in traffic safety and how to decrease the conflicts that create near misses and people getting hurt. He has changed the behaviour of both drivers and pedestrians using Behaviour Analysis. Ron sets up solutions that engineer the behavior of everybody in those situations to mitigate the risk.

Ron: There were studies done that show that cars coming up to a crosswalk don’t have a good line of sight. Places in NY city a number of people crushed to death by trucks. So they put an arrow up high but it didn’t work. One simple solution was staggering the stop lines.Cathy: There are times when I would jay-walk, I think to myself ‘could I not have walked down to the corner to the crosswalk?” Ron: In essence, we know that people don’t like to wait. We find out where people would like to cross. Pedestrian generators. You can try educating with behavioural solutions.Bobbi: I would think all good functional analysis of behaviour is doing that – find  out where the behaviour is going and then decide whether you can actually change it or whether it’s better to go with the behaviour and just change the circumstances. Always juggling the reinforcement. In my situation, I measure a person against themselves. For you, you are dealing with people and conflicts and they all want efficiency.Ron: I wanted to get people to not use the elevator when they didn’t need it. I tried putting information about health benefits of using the stairs. Didn’t change. So I increased the wait time on the elevator and everyone who could use the stairs went to the stairs. By increasing their effort and time, I changed their behaviour.I did some things for the National Traffic Safety Administration, and we wanted to get people to wear seatbelts. I gave a survey, and sure enough put them into the car and baseline showed they wore their belts. Then we moved it to treatment, which was moving the car increase speed, if you buckled your belt, that force gradually went away. You have to repeat the reminders. A lot of people don’t buckle their seats before moving the car. You do a repeat reminder after they’re going. Pedal force-gets 100% seatbelt use, whereas before it was a delay. I used GM’s brake shift, to then get seatbelt reminder, and if they don’t buckle they can’t shift immediately, they have to wait 8 seconds. We had big increases in seatbelt use. They still have some choice.One of the cities in Florida, were having children struck going to and from school. I did the analysis and said 1) you don’t have a lot of sidewalks near the school. I looked and people were in such a hurry dropping kids off. Motivating operation-community wants to do something about it. 2) Reduce speeding when kids are going to and from school. Educate parents about kids getting struck, needing to be under speed limit or enforce it aggressively. For years, no more children were struck going to and from school. You need to prepare people before the change that they have to accept it.Bobbi: And this is a project you went back to and took data?Ron: We got the community buy-in to change the way things are done. Four years later, people were telling me it was awesome. They hit a tipping point into the high 70’s-people and drivers imitate behaviour. Everyone starts to yield. It become self-sustaining and changing dynamics of culture.Bobbi: Set up the group dynamics to either punish or reinforce.Ron: Some of the worst places I’ve seen, people say “oh we don’t have a problem”. When people try and make efforts, that’s where change is. Where there’s no motivation to change, it becomes harder. It’s almost paradoxical, when there’s a lot of interest, usually things are happening already.Bobbi: That’s why we follow our data.Ron: Score and look at what’s going on in Toronto-measure running lights.Bobbi: The programs to increase biking and decrease risks of biking in Vancouver use tools that are really varied.Ron: Consider for a moment, children used to walk or bicycle to school. Look today at obesity cause-lack of walking and bicycling. It’s a good thing to promote walking and bicycling because it saves on our healthcare costs.Bobbi: I do notice the more they put in structures to help bikers be more safe, it’s also the changing driver behaviour to be politer, I think you do reach a tipping point. I can’t hit them, I better join them.Ron: There is a greater acceptance of cycling than there used to be, and a little better with pedestrians. I would say Canada does better in yielding than the United States. I tried something years a go, it was the idea at the start of the walk, we had eyes that animated to look left and right. It would increase looking-so we could prompt people to look for vehicles. In Britain they have signs “look right” because we in North America look left, to look for moving cars. Winston Churchill was almost killed in NY City stepping off the crosswalk and was hit. Reminding people to look and knowing where to look. Crossing clockwise is different than crossing counter-clockwise. You have to use more behaviour to look at something coming from behind you than ahead of you. With texting you can’t see anything.Bobbi: I personally love the scrambling intersections in Europe. I don’t see these happening, can we expect that in the future?Ron: Scrambling intersections, creates more delay, but tends to be where there’s a lot of people. Match up treatments to people best you can.Bobbi: They have to provide equipment anyway, why not engineer it to be more helpful and safe for everyone. Ron: You can use something called a gateway treatment, so driver’s have to cross between them, we can get very good yielding with that and it’s an inexpensive tool. How much is it just the sign with no message? But going between these signs seems important too.Bobbi: So it’s a visual contextual fit.Ron: Exactly. We started to look at survival rates of the solutions. We found some that reduce the maintenance cost. Developing new ideas, some low cost. Think of the reminders in the car to wear seatbelt – costs nothing when software is already there.Bobbi: I would contend that most of the time it’s a lot less expensive to maintain a solution, than maintain a problem. Why I love behaviour analysis, we’re all about the solution.Ron: The other thing we can do is feedback and reinforcement. When we have a community making progress, we need to convey that to them to keep going in the right direction.  It was so nice to have Ron interacting with us and telling us more. The part I really like is that everything he does is the same as what I do. Even though he’s applying it to a variety of groups of people and he has a specific goal, he still does an analysis of the behaviour, and uses all the same tools I do, keeps it pragmatically going until he hits a tipping point and then keeps maintaining and generalizing it. It’ll be different for me crossing the street now.  It just goes to prove that necessity is the mother of invention.

Support this effort through www.patreon.com/thedailyba Key Timestamps: 0:00:00 Introduction & How to Support 0:03:21 Topic Change - Coming up: The current state of EAB 0:07:14 Check out Episode 004 with Merrill Winston 0:14:10 "The Blue Books" by Israel Goldiamond 0:17:53 Topic Change - The market of Behavior Analysis and OBM 0:21:25 Check out these works by William Abernathy (one) and (two) 0:23:55 Check out the FIT OBM Certificate Program 0:24:00 Check out Carl Binder's Six Boxes Model 0:28:23 Topic Change - Dimitri and Ryan's advice on gaining experience in the field 0:42:10 Topic Change - Back to OBM, ABA, and Behavior Analysis 0:49:25 Topic Change - Coming up: Panel at ABAI about scientific communication 0:57:40 Topic Change - Coming up: The Behavior Analyst's Guide to Junk Science 0:59:00 "The Demon-Haunted World: Science as a Candle in the Dark" by Carl Sagan - Chapter: "The Balogna Detection Kit" 0:59:40 "Controversial Therapies in Autism and Intellectual Disabilities" by Richard Foxx and James Mulick 0:59:50 Check out Why We Do What We Do Episode 100 1:00:15 Topic Change - Self-Management, Mindfulness, and Meditation 1:05:00 "Behave: The Biology of Humans at Our Best and Worst" by Robert Sapolski 1:05:05 "Buddha's Brain: The Practical Neuroscience of Happiness, Love & Wisdom" by Rick Hanson, Alan Jones, and Richard Mendius 1:11:05 "Making Sense of Spirituality" by Steven Hayes 1:13:10 Topic Change - Coming Up: ABAI Practical Functional Analysis Symposium 1:15:25 Check out "IISCA Hanley Fisher Debate" 1:15:35 Check out Iwata's "Functional Analysis of Problem Behavior" 1:16:35 Topic Change - The importance of controversial conversations 1:21:25 Check out - Self-Care & Behavior Analysis (w/ Shane Spiker) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thecontroversialexchange/message

Spine specialist, Dr. Fred Schofield helps a 90 year-old gentleman incapacitated by severe back pain get relief. Dr. Schofield knows what it is like to suffer from neck and back pain. That is why he has committed his life to serving those in pain. “I was kicked in the back in a rugby game and suffered chronic low back and neck pain for 9 years! My father was a medical doctor and chiropractic was off limits. However, when after 9 years I was still in pain, I was willing to do anything. That is when I went to see a chiropractor for the first time. My pain was gone after the first chiropractic adjustment. It was right then that I decided to become a chiropractor.” Dr. Schofield is recognized locally in Phoenix, nationally and internationally as a leading authority amongst spine specialists.  He is renowned amongst peers for developing the most innovative approaches and specific systems for patient care. Dr. Schofield's Functional Analysis allows him to accurately find and remove central nervous system interference. Restoring central nervous system function allows him to achieve incredible and dramatic results with the most difficult, chronic and degenerative cases. Resources: Dr. Schofield's website Find a Back Doctor http://thebackdoctorspodcast.com/