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If stereotypy is so fun, why can't we use it as reinforcement? Well, there are a couple big reasons and we've got the articles that explain it all. But that's next week. In our preview episode this week, we head back down our ethical decision-tree with another chance to practice talking with non-behaviorist colleagues. And, in a shocking twist of fate, one of our hosts will be featured in the New England Behavior Analyst. It's a 33% chance of guessing which one, but a 100% chance for awesome podcast!

Articles for next week:

Potter, J.N., Hanley, G.P., Augustine, M., Clay, C.J., & Phelps, M.C. (2013). Treating stereotypy in adolescents diagnosed with autism by refining the tactic of "using stereotypy as reinforcement". Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 46, 407-423. doi: 10.1002/jaba.52

Slaton, J.D. & Hanley, G.P. (2016). Effects of multiple versus chained schedules on stereotypy and item engagement. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 49, 927-946. doi: 10.1002/jaba.345