The Ethics of Intervention Flashcards
Who should be involved in the planning of behaviour programmes?
the client or client-surrogate
All programmes should be based on…
behaviour analytic principles
What must be done if other interventions are suggested/used in conjunction with the programme?
the effects of the other intervention should be assessed and evaluated
What 3 things must be explained to the client or client-surrogate?
(1) what is required for the programme to be successful (2) any conditions that might prevent implementation of a programme (3) any conditions that might interfere with programme implementation
If there are environmental conditions that could affect the programme’s implementation we should…
try to remove these obstacles
If we know the environmental conditions prevent implementation of a programme we must…
refer the client to other services
Prior to implementing an intervention we must
gain consent from the client or client-surrogate
In order to give consent the client must…
be aware of exactly what the intervention will entail
Behaviour analysts always recommend ____ procedures over ____ procedures whenever possible
reinf’t; punish’t
If punish’t procedures are necessary, ____ __ ____ ____ are ALWAYS included
reinf’t of alternative behaviours
Behaviour analysts avoid using reinforcers if…
they could be harmful in the long run, e.g. edibles
If potentially harmful reinforces must be used, we…
switch these with less harmful alternatives over time
When deciding what procedure to use we always use the ____ ____
least restrictive
One way of ensuring procedures are less restrictive is to provide the client with…
choice
When is data collected?
before, during and after programme implementation
