ABA636 Application of ABA Skills

AlFaris, E., Irfan, F., AlSayyari, S., AlDahlawi, W., Almuhaideb, S., Almehaidib, A., Ponnamperuma, G., AlMughthim, M., Shaffi Ahamed, S., AlMaflehi, N., & Vleuten, C. V. D. (2018). Validation of a new study skills scale to explain depressive symptoms among medical students. PloS One, 13(6), e0199037. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0199037
This scale is a useful conceptualization of self-assessment as students understand their current study abilities AND how the contingencies of studying relate to emotional experiences such as depression and anxiety, common among students with busy personal and professional lives. It is especially important to consider the emotional experiences of professional development in the context of finishing graduate school AND preventing career burnout.

Read Chapter 5: While behavior analysts focus on observable behavior without a need to rely on brain-based explanations, 'Outsmart Your Brain' still offers a valuable perspective on study skills from neuroscience and cognitive psychology. Authored by Dan Willingham, an expert in psychology, this book provides a trove of study skills recommendations rooted in scientific research. While behavior analysts may not traditionally explore the intricacies of the brain, the insights offered in this book can enhance their understanding of learning processes and offer practical strategies for improving study habits. From debunking common study myths to offering evidence-based techniques, the book serves as an interesting resource for behavior analysts seeking to optimize their approach to studying and understanding behavior. This chapter is a deep dive into how to take tests.