Discussion Board: Functional Behavior Assessment
In your discussion board, address the following:
o To what extent should a person's diagnosis (for example, autism or ADHD) be considered by a behavior analyst in assessing the cause of his or her behaviors that have been targeted for change?
o When is it appropriate to attribute a person's diagnosed condition as the function of his or her behavior in an FBA?
o Why does the topography of the behavior reveal rather limited information about the conditions that account for the behavior of concern? Explain.
o Is it important to understand why a behavior occurs before planning how it can be changed? Explain your answer
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.