Behavior Bitches

Latest Episodes:

What is Happening in the Bitches' Lives? Apr 01, 2024

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On today’s episode we thought we were going to be talking about crazy Reddit posts, but life got in the way (in a good way), and you have all asked for an episode updating you on where we are in life now so here you go!

Also, we know this is EPISODE 162 and the rhyme is for 161, but like, seriously, there was too much going on to redo that part, so um, you will have to deal with it or miss the F out! Love you. Mean it!

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How to be a Human and a BCBA Mar 18, 2024

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On today’s episode, the Bitches bring on Dr. Terrance Bryant and have a conversation about the state of the ABA field, how to show up and use your soft skills to show that you are not a robot, but a human with real feelings and empathy. You have to have boundaries in this field, but you also need to relate to the families you work with and remember everyone is going through some sh*t. Dr. Terrence Bryant has over 20 years of practical experience in providing Applied Behavior Analysis services to a variety of populations. These include individuals with severe emotional-behavioral disturbances, autism and related disorders, intellectual disabilities, various mental illnesses, and a host of other issues requiring treatment. He has served these populations in state ICF facilities, family home settings, group home settings, foster care, schools, independent living environments, shelter placements, and other community settings. Dr. Bryant has a wealth of experience in behavioral assessment and behavior treatment plan development. Tune in or miss the F out!

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PCIT and OOD Mar 04, 2024

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On today’s episode, the Bitches bring back on one of our favorite guests, Dr. Steven Kurtz.

As well all know, even the best-behaved children can be difficult and challenging at times. But oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) includes a frequent and ongoing pattern of anger, irritability, arguing and defiance toward parents and other authority figures. ODD also includes being spiteful and seeking revenge, a behavior called vindictiveness. These emotional and behavioral issues cause serious problems with family life, social activities, school and work. But as a parent, you don't have to try to manage a child with ODD alone. PCIT differs from the three other interventions in that parents and children meet together in dyadic parent-child sessions where parent coaching is performed in vivo through a wireless in-ear speaker with the child and the parent in a playroom while the therapist works from behind a one-way mirror. Thus, the therapist sees the child throughout therapy and can tailor the treatment according to directly observed parent and child behavior instead of solely relying on parent reports. Come listen to another amazing episode with all the behavior principles!! Tune in or miss the F out!

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Behavior of Bees Feb 19, 2024

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On today’s episode, the Bitches bring on Jeff & Julie Russell, AKA, Mr. and Mrs. Bee Rescue! They rescue honeybees year-round in San Diego, California. Jeff has 18 years of experience in live bee removal and Julie is a new-bee. They have a buzzing Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, and Facebook sharing bee rescue adventures and education! We could not BEEE more excited for these guests, you do not want to miss this fascinating conversation about all the behaviors of bees. Remember, behavior is BEEEUTIUFL! Okay enough with the Bee puns, tune in or miss the F out!!

Show Notes:

Behavioral Principles Covered...

CMO-R
SD-P
Discriminations
Desensitization
Adaptation
Maintenace
Selectionism

Instagram: @mr.mrs.beerescue

Research:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7968718/

https://www.ted.com/topics/bees

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Are We Dating the Same Guy? Feb 05, 2024

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On today’s episode, the Bitches bring back Carol Bell, BCBA. You may remember her from past episodes or the amazing SNABA App! Carol reached out to us about this Facebook group she found during her dating journey called “Are We Dating The Same Guy." This group is wild, and we had to break down the bizarre behaviors behaviorally….duh. With three BCBA’s on one podcast you can get ready for a million behavior concepts that will have you LOL’ing and #relating to. So, tune in or miss the F out Love ya. Mean it.

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A Mother’s Love is Limitless Jan 22, 2024

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Move over Casey. Estas estoy neuva bitch en la casa. On today’s episode, Casey has been replaced by Liat’s other BCBA bestie, Isabela Santos. Isabela is a lawyer, and upon her son’s diagnosis with autism, she decided she needed to make a major life pivot: moving to the USA and becoming a BCBA. This momma’s determination to do whatever it takes for her son to be successful is beyond inspiring. How far does a mother’s love go for her child? This episode shows just that…. #FarAF. Tune in or miss the F out!

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Sugar Baby Turned BCBA Dec 25, 2023

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You gotta do what you gotta do to survive. On today’s episode, the Bitches bring on an ex-sugar baby. You may be wondering WTF is a “sugar baby”? Well, this is your cue to tune in and find out. Casey is V disappointed that she never made a cent for all those college wild nights. If you’re curious about how you can make big $$$ going on a date or sending a photo, this episode is for you. Soooo… like asking for a friend but how does one get into this? Our guest (who is now a BCBA) spills all the tea…#squeal! Tune in or miss the F out!

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Shabbat: ABA Edition Dec 11, 2023

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On today’s episode, the Bitches bring on a former student, Michael Lebovitz, BCBA! Michael is the resident BCBA for BayCare Behavioral Unit where he works on the Community Action Team and Statewide Inpatient Psychiatric Program (SIPP), specializing in Trauma Focused ACT (TFACT). He is also Jewish and celebrates Shabbat weekly with his family. If you have been here for a while, you probably know Liat is also Jewish and celebrates Shabbat, and Casey has been lucky enough to join in these traditions and is always amazed at all the rules! When you break down the Shabbat traditions you can apply so many ABA and ACT principles, which is exactly what we talk about during this episode. You do not want to miss this real, funny, and inspiring conversation. Tune in or miss the F out!

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Body Modification: Bad tats to Botox Nov 27, 2023

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On today’s episode, The Bitches have office banter with their fav B, Nicole. We are talking all things body modification; I mean all things- tats, botox, nose jobs, piercings, boob jobs. They discuss what body mod they have personally done as well as the functions behind why they did what they did. As always, the girls keep it real. This is a fun one. Join in or miss the F out! Love ya. Mean it.

Show Notes:

*TW: Self-harm is discussed in this episode*

Behavior Principles Covered:

Ontogeny
Phylogeny
Function of behavior
Determinism
Selectionism
Self-control
Discriminative Stimulus
S-Delta
Negative Reinforcement
Relational framing
Habituation
Adaptation
Antecedent Interventions
Shaping
Stimulus equivalence
Negative reinforcement

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Experimental Designs But Fun AF Nov 13, 2023

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On today’s episode, the Bitches bring on Dr. Megan Kirby who is an expert on single-case designs in ABA. We get it, this topic can be dry AF and hard to learn but if you remember Casey’s “audition” for SNABA (Check it out here!), you know she is obsessed with teaching these designs and she has now met her match in the field who is doing the research and is published! Dr. Kirby breaks down each experimental design when to use them, and its advantages and disadvantages, so if you are studying for your BCABA or BCBA exam you do NOT want to miss this fun conversation! We love you. Mean it! *Check the show notes for some awesome articles*