ABA Beyond the Data

Episode 10 - Relational Frame Theory


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Summary:


Relational Frame Theory can sound like grad-school jargon, but this episode breaks it down in a practical, BCBA-friendly way. We’ll define RFT in plain English, explain the core ideas that make language “generative,” and show how relational learning helps explain common clinical patterns—brittle generalization, rigid rule-following, “scripted” social skills that fall apart with peers, and why certain words can become powerful triggers. You’ll hear how to use an RFT lens without turning your practice into a theory seminar: how to shift goal selection from isolated targets to relationships, program for flexibility as an outcome, vary language the way real life varies it, and coach families in a way that reduces power struggles and builds trust. We’ll also cover ethical guardrails so you stay firmly in scope while still being modern, compassionate, and evidence-informed.


Sources:


  • Blackledge, J. T. (2003). An Introduction to Relational Frame Theory: Basics and Applications https://actmindfully.com.au/upimages/rft_blackledge.pdf
  • Gross, A. C., & Fox, E. J. (2009). Relational Frame Theory: An Overview of the Controversy https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2779078/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
  • Gibbs, A. R. (2023). A Systematic Review of Derived Relational Responding Beyond Coordination in Individuals with Autism and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10020770/
  • Kelly, A. D., et al. (2021). Acceptance and Commitment Training in Applied Behavior-Analytic Services https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8320414/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
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