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Compassion in Autism Services: A Preliminary Framework for Applied Behavior Analysis
Kristine A Rodriguez1,2, Jonathan Tarbox3,4, Courtney Tarbox4
1Institute for Applied Behavioral Science, Endicott College, 376 Hale Street, Beverly, MA 01915 USA.
Behavior Analysis in Practice
|December 11, 2023
Summary
Radical compassion in applied behavior analysis (ABA) may enhance therapeutic relationships and client outcomes. This compassionate framework offers a measurable approach for ABA service delivery, particularly for families with autism.
Area of Science:
- Behavioral Science
- Clinical Psychology
- Autism Spectrum Disorder Interventions
Background:
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services are widely used for autism.
- Concerns exist regarding ABA's acceptability and client outcomes.
- A compassionate approach may address these concerns.
Purpose of the Study:
- To define and explore radical compassion as a foundational approach in ABA.
- To emphasize practical applications of compassion-focused ABA in autism services.
- To propose compassion as a measurable repertoire and philosophical guidepost for ABA.
Main Methods:
- Conceptual analysis of radical compassion.
- Exploration of practical applications in ABA service delivery.
- Discussion of implications for clinical practice.
Main Results:
- Radical compassion can be defined as a measurable repertoire within ABA.
- This approach offers a philosophical framework for ABA practice.
- Preliminary tenets suggest potential for improved therapeutic relationships and outcomes.
Conclusions:
- Compassion-focused ABA holds promise for enhancing client-provider relationships.
- This approach may increase the acceptability and sustainability of ABA services.
- Further research and implementation are needed to validate these findings.
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