In this assignment, you will be considering controversial interventions that, while some may have evidence supporting them, are not behavior analytic in nature and therefore, cannot be recommended by a BCBA.
Numerous controversial treatments are promoted for individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Almost all behavior analysts agree that these treatments lack sufficient empirical support. Some of these treatments include facilitated communication, sensory integration, hyperbaric oxygen chambers, elimination diets, chelation therapy, floortime, and more.
For this assignment, you will be given specific information on the controversial treatment you will be discussing. The procedure you will discuss is posted in the announcements section. You cannot choose your own procedure.
You will be writing about facilitated communication, a controversial treatment sometimes used with individuals with ASD. This is your assigned topic, and you must write about facilitated communication only. Any submissions on a different topic will automatically receive a 0 with no opportunity to resubmit.
Please take the time to carefully review the instructions and rubric for this assignment. These documents outline the expectations for formatting, content, and evaluation criteria.
have included some resources to help you get started on this topic. However, strongly encourage you to conduct your own research to find scholarly articles and additional sources to support your arguments. These resources are just a starting point.
If you have any questions after reviewing the materials, please reach out for clarification. I’m looking forward to seeing your insights on this topic!
Resources
BACB Ethics Code (this can be found at https://www.bacb.com/bcba/?topic=bcba-ethics#bcbaResourceCarouselLinks to an external site.
hemsley-et-al-2018-systematic-review-of-facilitated-communication-2014-2018-finds-no-new-evidence-that-messages.pd Download hemsley-et-al-2018-systematic-review-of-facilitated-communication-2014-2018-finds-no-new-evidence-that-messages.pdf
https://asatonline.org/for-parents/becoming-a-savvy-consumer/is-there-science-behind-that-facilitated-communicationLinks to an external site.
Use the Controversial Treatments Template [DOCX] to complete the following:
Conduct a search for information on the controversial treatment posted in the announcements. Describe the controversial treatment using information from at least one reputable source.
Discuss at least one pro statement that supports the use of the treatment. These may come from experts, therapists, parents, or others. Also, discuss at least one con statement that opposes or refutes the treatment. Note: although a con will be the procedure is not evidence based/behavior analytic, this cannot be the only con you mention.
Evaluate the controversial treatment using at least three of the BACB ethics codeLinks to an external site. and justify your opinion on the topic.
Explain how to effectively evaluate treatments to determine if they are evidence based behavior analytic procedure or not, using specific examples of behavior analytic procedures for evaluation.
Explain how you would discuss the importance of using evidence-based strategies with colleagues and the families with whom you work while also respecting other professions and the people involved. Also, consider the many different soft skills needed for these conversations, as multiple skills are often essential and should be discussed. Make sure to discuss the difference in how you will communicate with each party and. use at least one recent scholarly resource to support your communication tactics.
Assignment Requirements
Your assignment should meet the following requirements:
Written communication: Should be free of errors that detract from the overall message.
APA formatting: References and citations are formatted according to current APA style guidelines. Review Academic Write Links to an external site. for more information on how to cite your sources.
Resources: 2–4 scholarly or professional resources published within the last 10 years.
At least one of these MUST be a research article from a peer-reviewed journal.
A scholarly resource is a credible, evidence-based publication authored by experts and often peer-reviewed, such as journal articles, academic books, professional podcasts, or dissertations. Anything outside of this must be approved by your instructor.
Some recommended articles will be posted in the announcements.
Length: 3–4 double-spaced pages, in addition to a title page and references page.
Refer to the MS in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Research Guide Links to an external site. for help finding resources.
Review the Controversial Treatments rubric to ensure you understand the grading criteria for this assignment.
Competencies Measured
By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and rubric criteria:
Competency 1: Analyze ethical responsibilities to colleagues and to the profession.
Explain how to effectively evaluate treatments to determine if they are evidence based or not.
Competency 2: Analyze ethical responsibilities related to practitioner-client relationships and practitioner-family relationships.
Explain how to communicate the importance of using evidence-based strategies to colleagues and family members.
Competency 3: Evaluate assessment and intervention methods using the BACB ethical code.
Describe a controversial treatment.
Discuss one pro statement and one con statement regarding the controversial treatment.
Evaluate the controversial treatment using at least three of the BACB ethics codes.
Competency 5: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly and consistent with expectations for professionals in the field of psychology.
Demonstrate an academic writing style through well-organized prose that follows assignment guidelines.
Demonstrate compliance with current APA style, citation, and referencing guidelines.
Responsibility to Clients and Stakeholders
Have you thought about how you will advocate for appropriate services for your clients? You hold a responsibility to the clients and stakeholders you serve to communicate your recommendations, areas of competence, and all that is involved in service delivery. You must advocate for the most appropriate services and programs for your clients. This can involve consultation with other providers. This week’s readings discuss evidence-based practice and ethical considerations with effective interventions.Read the following:
Week 5: Responsibility to Clients and StakeholderLinks to an external site. reading list.
See notes in your Week 5 reading list for instructions on which articles to read and which chapters to read from your textbooks.
ETHICS CODE
Review “Section 3 – Responsibility to Clients and Stakeholders” in the Ethics Code for Behavior AnalystLinks to an external site..
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