Manitoba Association for Behaviour Analysis
The 19th Annual MABA Conference
Thursday, September 12, 2024
Keynote Address​
Behavior-Analytic Feeding Therapy: What Have We Learned? (1.5 CEUs)
Vivian Ibañez, PhD, BCBA-D
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Piazza (2008) described the biological and social implications of feeding and provided an overview of specific intervention methods for children with feeding disorders. Sixteen years have elapsed since the publication of this paper, and the good news is that interventions based on applied behavior analysis remain well-supported. However, pediatric feeding practices have evolved in areas such as etiology, diagnosis, intervention, measurement of outcomes, and social validity. This presentation will expand on Piazza’s (2008) commentary with additional perspectives and propose new directions for consideration. Some of the data included in this talk will emphasize the importance of secondary analyses to improve the dissemination of features and outcomes of a behavior-analytic feeding approach. For example, there are many questions regarding the side effects of participation in behavioral feeding therapy. As such, two topics that will be discussed in this talk are a child’s social interactions with their feeding therapists throughout day-treatment services and how changes in oral intake impact other domains like toileting and oral hygiene. In sum, by reflecting on the history of behavior-analytic feeding therapy and considering the current landscape of questions from several communities, including caregivers, healthcare providers, and other scientists, this talk aims to provide data-based updates from several angles to foster a comprehensive understanding and advance the field further.​
Invited Speakers
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Regulation of ABA Practitioners (1 CEU - Ethics)
Gina Green, PhD, BCBA-D
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Laws, policies, and structures for regulating practitioners of applied behavior analysis (ABA) have been proliferating in recent years. This presentation describes the most common forms of professional regulation and pressures to increase government regulation of the practice of ABA. Current laws to license or otherwise regulate ABA practitioners are reviewed, followed by discussion of their implications for consumers, practitioners, and the profession.
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A Celebration of Dr. Joseph Pear and His Lifetime Contributions to Behaviour Analysis
Geneviève Roy-Wsiaki,PhD, BCBA-D
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This presentation will honor the enduring contributions of Dr. Joseph Pear, our esteemed professor, research advisor, colleague, and friend, who passed away in December 2022. For over 50 years, Dr. Pear served as a faculty member in the Department of Psychology at the University of Manitoba. His impact on the field is characterized by a profound curiosity for understanding human behavior and a commitment to enhancing society through interventions grounded in positive reinforcement.
Throughout the presentation, I will highlight Dr. Pear's significant achievements, innovative insights, and lasting legacy spanning experimental, applied, and clinical research, as well as his impactful supervision of students. Personal testimonials from former students and colleagues will also be shared, underscoring his profound influence and cherished memory among those fortunate enough to have known and worked with him.​
Conference Program
Coffee, Lunch, and Snacks will be provided!
Conference Registration
Full Members and Affiliate Members Price
$95
*Includes Free CEUs
$125
Conference Registration
Student Members Price
$70
*Includes Free CEUs
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