Unit 3 Discussion Screening and Assessment

Ethical Considerations of Functional Behavior Assessment Name Affiliation Course Instructor Date Ethical Considerations of Functional Behavior Assessment Scenario: I am working with a 10-year-old client; who was referred by the school due to disruptive behaviors like shouting, throwing things, and leaving the classroom without permission. The school staff mentioned that these behaviors were occurring during academic activities but it was not possible to identify any triggers or core reasons. The parents requested a functional behavior assessment (FBA) so as to better understand these behaviors and offer an intervention plan. Ethical Considerations and Application * Informed Consent (BACB Code 2.11) Prior to the FBA, I would obtain informed consent from the client's parents. An explanation would be given to the family regarding the purpose of the assessment, how it would be done (i.e., interviews, observations, data collection), possible benefits and risks, and procedures to maintain confidentiality. I would make use of very simple, nontechnical language so that they could identify and comprehend the process (Behavio...