APA Citation
Hayes, S. C., Pistorello, J., & Walser, R. D. (1995). Communicating behavioral views and techniques to practicing clinicians. Journal of Behavior Therapy and Experimental Psychiatry, 26, 107-112.
Publication Topic
Professional Issues in Contextual Behavioral Science
Publication Type
Article
Language
English
Keyword(s)
communication strategies, communication difficulties, behavioral vs nonbehavioral language
Abstract
The charm between behavioral and nonbehavioral views of clinical phenomena results in communication difficulties in both directions. We distinguish five situations based on the nature and degree of differences in understanding within the two language systems. We recommend different communication strategies for behavioral scientists, depending upon which situation best applies.