Discuss BACB BCBA Exam Topic 5 Question 125

A married couple wants a behavior analyst to assist them in creating a happier home life for their family. The behavior analyst should.

Aprovide counseling to the couple related to the problems that they identify as most important.

Brefer the family to another professional, since this type of issue is not amenable to applied behavior analysis.

Cset up contracts between the parents and children that require the parents to reinforce appropriate behavior using things that the children identify as important to them.

Dexplain how behavior analysis could be used to assist the family so that they can make an informed decision about proceeding.

Suggested Answer: D

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24 comments · newest first

Tonette 2 days ago

Why D?

Billye 7 days ago

I think option D is the best.

Fernanda 12 days ago

Yes, a mix of understanding and direct support!

Coral 17 days ago

A and D could work together well.

Karol 23 days ago

Exactly, they should explore all options available.

Mozelle 28 days ago

B seems dismissive. They need support, not a referral.

Fernanda 1 month ago

I agree, informed decisions are crucial.

Coral 1 month ago

D gives them the knowledge to choose wisely.

Karol 1 month ago

True, but parents need guidance too.

Fernanda 2 months ago

C sounds practical. Contracts can motivate kids.

Mozelle 2 months ago

A is good, but they need to know the methods first.

Karol 2 months ago

I prefer A. Counseling can address their specific issues.

Coral 2 months ago

It helps them understand behavior analysis first.

Mozelle 2 months ago

Why D?

Coral 2 months ago

I think option D is the best.

Sena 3 months ago

C could work, but what if the kids don’t care about the rewards?

Irma 3 months ago

B seems reasonable too. Some problems need more than just behavior analysis.

Beula 3 months ago

Wait, can behavior analysis really fix family issues? Sounds too good to be true.

Flo 3 months ago

Totally agree! They need to understand how it works first.

Deangelo 3 months ago

I think D is the best option. Educating the family is key!

Barney 4 months ago

I think option D makes the most sense because it allows the family to understand how behavior analysis can help them before making any decisions.

Lauran 5 months ago

I feel like setting up contracts could be effective, but I wonder if the parents would actually follow through with it.

Lashawn 5 months ago

This question reminds me of a practice scenario where we had to decide between direct intervention and referral. I think option B might be the safest choice.

Sheridan 5 months ago

I remember we discussed how behavior analysts should focus on observable behaviors, but I'm not sure if counseling falls under our scope.

BACB BCBA Exam - Topic 5 Question 125 Discussion