Behaviorask: Straight Answers to Your ABA Programming Questions [Paperback]

Bobby Newman (Author), Dana R. Reinecke (Author), Tammy Hammond (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0966852850 | ISBN-13: 978-0966852851 | Publication Date: July 15, 2005

Parents and professionals undertaking Applied Behavior Analytic (ABA) teaching and behavior management programs for individuals diagnosed with autistic-spectrum disorders often face serious questions. Behaviorask is a collection of answers to over 100 of the most common ABA programming questions, discussed in rich detail. The authors are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with many years of experience providing ABA-based programs in schools, homes, and private clinics. A KINDLE version is now also available.

Editorial Reviews

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These authors thoughtfully highlight some of the common challenges and provide clear, well-formulated answers. David Celiberti, Ph.D., BCBA --Book Jacket

First-rate reading for those interested in best practice. Pamela G. Osnes, Ph.D., B.C.B.A --Book Jacket

First-rate reading for those interested in best practice. Pamela G. Osnes, Ph.D., B.C.B.A --Book Jacket

About the Author

Bobby Newman is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and licensed psychologist. Affectionately known as the Dark Overlord of ABA, his past books include When Everybody Cares, Words From Those who Care, Graduated Applied Behavior Analysis, No Virtue in Accident, The Reluctant Alliance, and Behaviorspeak (with Ken Reeve, Sharon Reeve, and Carolyn Ryan). Bobby is the current President of the Association for Science in Autism Treatment and is a Past-President of the New York State Association for Behavior Analysis. He has consulted and designed programs for individuals of all ages diagnosed with autistic-spectrum disorders, throughout the United States, Canada, Ireland, England, and Northern Ireland. He works regularly with the programs of AMAC, Effective Interventions, and The Red Door. He has hosted a regular radio call-in program with the parents of the ELIJA Foundation. Dr. Newman has been honored for his work with individuals diagnosed with autistic-spectrum disorders by several parentsÂ’ groups. Tammy Hammond is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Tammy received a Bachelor of Arts from Transylvania University in Lexington, Kentucky, and a Master of Arts in Psychology at Binghamton University. She is completing her doctoral requirements in clinical psychology through Binghamton University. Tammy is the lead instructor at Effective Interventions, Inc. She provides behavioral consultation for teachers and staff in special education and inclusion classrooms. Tammy provides training in ABA strategies at parent and teacher workshops and presents research at state and national conferences. Dana Reinecke holds her doctorate in Psychology from the Learning Processes program of the Graduate School and University Center of the City University of New York. She consults with school programs for children with autism and is the Dean of Students for the American College of Applied Science. She is the author if several book chapters and articles on the behavioral treatment of autistic spectrum disorders, and has presented on these topics internationally.

Product Details

• Paperback: 154 pages
• Publisher: Dove and Orca (July 15, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0966852850
• ISBN-13: 978-0966852851
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 7.1 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #88,338 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Bobby Newman is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Licensed Psychologist. Bobby is the first author on nine books regarding behavior therapy, the philosophy of behaviorism, the autism spectrum disorders, and utopian literature. He has published over two dozen articles in professional journals, as well as numerous popular magazine articles. A popular speaker, Bobby also provides direct treatment, staff training and consultation around the world, and has been honored for this work by several parents and professional groups. Bobby is a lay leader with the Full Inclusion Living and Learning Unitarian Universalist Society (FILL UUS) and a Religious Exploration/Education facilitator for the South Nassau Unitarian Universalist Congregation (SNUUC). He is the director of Room to Grow and co-founder of the CUP Cafe (Coffee's Untapped Potential), a Fair Trade coffee cafe staffed entirely by individuals with developmental disabilities.

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great resource for parent and professional, August 23, 2005

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B Rogers (Syracuse, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Behaviorask: Straight Answers to Your ABA Programming Questions (Paperback)

As a parent of a child with autism, I know that everything matters. Every seemingly insignificant reaction can actually be quite significant in eliciting a desired response. It can therefore be complicated to determine the appropriate response. This is a great resource in helping to manage that ongoing task. This book demonstrates how to integrate an understanding of the principles of behavior analysis with an understanding of the learner to achieve the best results. This book answers questions and dispels myths in the most logical and easy to follow manner. Best of all, it doesn't just give the answer but explains the concept. As a parent, I am glad such a resource exists. After reading this book, I immediately found ways to maximize my own effectiveness. It is this kind of book that not only teaches but empowers the professional and parent to be the best they can be. Parents, this is a must-have for you and your child's team and well worth the price.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Review of Behaviorask, July 25, 2005

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Pamela G. Osnes (Bexley, OH USA) - See all my reviews
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Always a fan of material that is intelligent, straightforward, interesting, and practical, I found Behaviorask: Common Applied Behavior Analysis Programming Questions Discussed to address all these adjectives. Newman, Hammond, and Reinecke introduce this helpful book with the caveat that it is written for those who agree that individuals on the autism spectrum disorder have the right to gain access to autonomous functioning as do other individuals. If, like me, you are a proponent of promoting independence and self-sufficiency for all individuals to the maximum extent possible, this book is required reading. If you are not, the book should be read anyway for its sheer pragmatic value as an intervention handbook. While addressing important areas regarding diagnosis and behavior intervention plans and everything in between, it also goes "above and beyond" to explain such critical areas as team building and advanced considerations in curriculum planning and programming. For those who have found themselves in the position to try to answer questions like "Should we teach eye contact?", or "Should we teach augmentative communication strategies?" or "Should parents conduct intensive teaching sessions?", for example, this easy-to-read book provides the answers. The authors cleverly intersperse basic instruction in applied behavior analysis throughout, in an almost subliminal manner. Behaviorask is first-rate reading for those interested in best practices for individuals with autism spectrum disorder, from the novice to the advanced practitioner.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Bobby Newman does it again, June 5, 2006

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Kit Weintraub "Emily and Nick's mom" (MONROE, WI USA) - See all my reviews
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Bobby Newman, along with Dana Reinecke and Tammy Hammond, has given us another well-written, practical guide for ABA programming. The book is filled with many questions that really do come up along the way in ABA programs, with well-thought-out answers that examine all sides of the issues.

This book is a very practical guide, either to help parents and teachers when setting up a new ABA program, or to help fine-tune an existing program. Behaviorask is a pleasure to read, easy to understand and full of useful information.