Document Type
Article
Journal/Book Title/Conference
Behavioral Interventions
Author ORCID Identifier
Audrey N. Hoffmann https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2844-8312
Volume
40
Issue
4
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Ltd.
Publication Date
9-30-2025
Journal Article Version
Accepted Manuscript
First Page
1
Last Page
14
Abstract
Applied behavior analysis (ABA) relies on functional behavior assessments (FBAs) like functional analysis (FA) to address challenging behaviors effectively. FA, the most rigorous FBA method, accurately identifies underlying functional variables, guiding targeted interventions. Despite FA's proven efficacy, its integration into ABA practice is limited. This inconsistency may stem from inadequate training on FA methodologies' strengths and limitations. This study surveyed recognized FA experts to identify their recommendations for selecting FA methods. Fifteen experts participated, sharing insights on backgrounds, training needs, and decision‐making criteria across 11 FA variations. Experts emphasized considering multiple FA methodologies and offered detailed considerations for practitioners selecting FA types as part of the FA process. Their insights have the potential to inform practitioner decision‐making based on expert input.
Recommended Citation
Hoffmann, Audrey N., and Megan A. Boyle. 2025. “ A Survey of Expert Decision-Making in Functional Analysis Methodology,” Behavioral Interventions: e70045. https://doi.org/10.1002/bin.70045.
Comments
This is the peer reviewed version of the following article: Hoffmann, Audrey N., and Megan A. Boyle. 2025. “ A Survey of Expert Decision-Making in Functional Analysis Methodology,” Behavioral Interventions: e70045. https://doi.org/10.1002/bin.70045, which has been published in final form at https://doi.org/10.1002/bin.70045. This article may be used for non-commercial purposes in accordance with Wiley Terms and Conditions for Use of Self-Archived Versions. This article may not be enhanced, enriched or otherwise transformed into a derivative work, without express permission from Wiley or by statutory rights under applicable legislation. Copyright notices must not be removed, obscured or modified. The article must be linked to Wiley’s version of record on Wiley Online Library and any embedding, framing or otherwise making available the article or pages thereof by third parties from platforms, services and websites other than Wiley Online Library must be prohibited.