Episode 46: Tackling Disability Stigma with Relational Frame Theory with Dr. Rocco Catrone, Ph.D., BCBA-D
Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman · Ben Reiman, M.A., BCBA, IBA
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Show Notes
In this episode, Ben chats with Rocco Catrone, Ph.D., BCBA-D about his work in applying relational frame theory (RFT) to stigma towards individuals with disabilities. The conversation starts by looking at some of the societal phenomena that contribute to stigma followed by an RFT analysis of stigma and a discussion of a basic research experiment toward reducing perceptions of stigma.
Continuing Education Units (CEUs): https://cbiconsultants.com/shop
- 1.5 CEUs
- BACB: Ethics
- IBAO: Cultural
- QABA: Ethics
- CBA: Cultural Diversity
Trigger Warning:
In this episode, we discuss several topics related to stigma that may be triggering to some. The following are approximate times when these topics are discussed:
17:40: Othering
25:50: Simulation Exercises
31:00: Inspiration Porn
37:00: Assisted Suicide/Abortion
47:20: Discussion Ends
General Information:
- Dr. Rocco Catrone: https://www.thechicagoschool.edu/faculty-finder/byname/rocco_catrone
Show Notes:
- Giant Steps of Ilinois: https://www.mygiantsteps.org
- Stella Young - Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8K9Gg164Bsw
- Love On The Spectrum: https://www.netflix.com/ca/title/81265493
- Inclusion BC: https://inclusionbc.org
The Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes Referenced:
- Episode 21: https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-21-the-effects-of-empathy-training-on-racial-bias-and-other-research-from-dr-victoria-suarez-phd-bcba-d
- Episode 26: https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-26-smashing-the-patriarchy-a-conversation-about-sexism-and-privilege-in-behaviour-analysis-with-dr-natalia-baires-phd-bcba-d
- Episode 28: https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-28-including-autistic-people-in-every-aspect-of-autism-research-with-dr-m-ariel-cascio-phd
- Episode 35: https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-35-staff-training-and-supervision-with-dr-dennis-reid-phd-bcba-d
- Episode 38: https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-38-what-we-can-do-about-stigma-and-racism-using-behaviour-science-with-dr-marija-colic-phd-bcba-d
Articles Referenced:
- Catrone, R.G., & Koch, D.S. (2021). A behavioral approach to increasing perceptions of capability toward people with disabilities. Behavior and Social Issues, 30, 39–57. https://doi.org/10.1007/s42822-021-00059-x
- Čolić, M. (2021). Clarification of stigma concepts in research with families of individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities. International Journal of Developmental Disabilities. https://doi.org/10.1080/20473869.2021.1989978
- Dixon, M.R., Rehfeldt, R.A., Zlomke, K.R., et al. (2006). Exploring the development and dismantling of equivalence classes involving terrorist stimuli. Psychological Record, 56, 83–103. https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03395539
- McGill, P., Bradshaw, J., Smyth, G., Hurman, M. & Roy, A. (2020). "Capable environments", Tizard Learning Disability Review, 25(3), 109–116. https://doi.org/10.1108/TLDR-05-2020-0007