What to Expect When Expecting a Functional Behavior Assessment

• By: Melissa L. Olive, PhD, BCBA-D Patrick N. O’Leary, MA, BCBA Abigail V. Holt, MA, BCBA Applied Behavioral Strategies, LLC
• April 1st, 2015
• assessment, Behavior Intervention Plan, BIP, data analysis, data collection, FBA
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In 1994, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) mandated the use of Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) under certain conditions for special education students. Today, FBA is used to set the foundation for treatment of challenging behaviors in schools, homes, group homes for adults...