Research Ethics in Behavior Analysis: From Laboratory to Clinic and Classroom

Behavior analytic research emphasizes within-subject research methodologies to study relations between individual behavior and the environment. Research Ethics in Behavior Analysis: From Laboratory to Clinic and Classroom is a reference guide for behavior analysts who conduct, supervise, or consume research specific to behavior analysis, sequenced to follow the natural research process. It covers critical and under-discussed topics such as diversity, equitability, and inclusion in the research process, balancing methodological rigor with clinical outcomes, aligning research and clinical goals, assessing generalization of research findings, the gray lines of assent and consent for intervention versus research, identifying and obtaining resources to support research, conflicts of interest, using technology and social media, and ethically handling data.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 09 November 2022
Publisher: Elsevier Science & Technology

The behavior analytic research community places great emphasis on utilizing within-subject research methodologies to investigate the intricate relationships between individual behavior and the surrounding environment. This approach stands out as behavior analytic practitioners have the ability to directly replicate the research they read, aiding in their decision-making process when applying research findings to their clients. Research Ethics in Behavior Analysis: From Laboratory to Clinic and Classroom serves as a valuable resource for behavior analysts engaged in conducting, supervising, or consuming research specifically related to behavior analysis. This book is carefully structured to follow the natural research process, beginning with an introduction to the historical roots of research ethics that have shaped modern principles and values of scientific research ethics. The reader is guided through a sequential series of steps, ranging from acquiring the necessary resources to support a research project to participant recruitment, study execution, result communication, and replication support. Each chapter delves into critical and often under-discussed topics unique to research ethics in behavior analysis, including diversity, equity, and inclusion in the research process; striking a balance between methodological rigor and clinical outcomes; aligning research and clinical goals; assessing the generalizability of research findings; navigating the gray areas of assent and consent for intervention versus research; identifying and securing resources to support research; managing conflicts of interest; utilizing technology and social media; and ethically handling data.

Weight: 420g
Dimension: 151 x 229 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323909693