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Letter to the Editor: One Perspective on Diversity in ABA
1Children's Behavior Therapy, Inc., Miami, FL USA.
Behavior Analysis in Practice
|January 25, 2020
Summary
Applied behavior analysis (ABA) needs more diversity. Behavior analysts can improve diversity by examining how rule-governed behavior and personal experiences influence interactions and applying behavior science principles to foster inclusivity.
Area of Science:
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Diversity and Inclusion
Background:
- The field of applied behavior analysis (ABA) faces challenges in diversity.
- Understanding the role of perspective is crucial for addressing diversity issues.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the impact of rule-governed behavior versus contingency-shaped behavior on initial interactions.
- To identify opportunities for behavior analysts to positively influence diversity within the profession.
Main Methods:
- The study uses a conceptual analysis, drawing on personal experiences and practical examples.
- It examines how verbal generalizations (rule-governed behavior) and direct experiences (contingency-shaped behavior) shape perceptions.
Main Results:
- Initial judgments of others may be influenced by pre-existing labels and verbal generalizations rather than individual experiences.
- Behavior analysts have the potential to modify these behaviors through the application of behavioral science principles.
Conclusions:
- Enhancing diversity in applied behavior analysis requires a conscious effort to examine and modify behaviors related to perception and interaction.
- The science of behavior analysis offers tools and determination to drive positive change in diversity and inclusion within the field.
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