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Weiss, Nancy R.; Knoster, Tim – Journal of Positive Behavior Interventions, 2008
It is important for people involved in the art and science of behavior change to reflect on the ethical issues inherent in this work. Simply because interventions are not inhumane or disrespectful does not, by default, make them person-centered or examples of positive behavior support. It is recommended that a series of questions be thoughtfully…
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Functional Behavioral Assessment, Behavior Change, Ethics
Rizzi, Lorenzo – ProQuest LLC, 2011
The purpose of this study was to provide insight regarding the impact that the alternative to suspension program Achievement Character Excellence (ACE) has on the students who are placed there. The study utilized four achievement indicators to track the level of improvement of students after they were placed in the ACE program and after they were…
Descriptors: Suspension, Program Evaluation, Personality, Program Effectiveness
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Hastings, Richard P.; Noone, Stephen J. – Education and Training in Developmental Disabilities, 2005
Ethical guidelines for behavior analysts state that functional assessment should be used before implementing treatment plans. In this paper, we discuss the ethical implications of this position using self-injurious behavior in people with developmental disabilities as a focus. Evidence is reviewed that suggests that treatment based on results of a…
Descriptors: Functional Behavioral Assessment, Ethics, Developmental Disabilities, Behavior Change