Research within the CBS community spans all levels including basic, analog and applied. Whether your focus is ACT, RFT, or broader areas of Contextual Behavioral Science, ACBS offers a range of resources and opportunities to support your work. Discover a range of tools and materials to help you conduct impactful research in ACT, RFT, and CBS.
We’ve also compiled summaries of existing ACT/RFT studies to make it easier for you to stay up to date on current findings and emerging trends.
Journal of Contextual Behavioral Science (JCBS)
The Journal of Contextual Behavioral Science (JCBS) is the official journal of ACBS, publishing research that advances our understanding of contextual behavioral science. Explore empirical studies, reviews, and conceptual papers spanning ACT, RFT, and the broader CBS community.
ACBS members can access full-text journal articles as a membership benefit.
Explore the Journal of Contextual Behavioral Science
ACBS Research Development Grants
Each year, ACBS offers small research development grants each year to help innovative projects take shape. The annual open call closes October 1. Learn more.
Research Groups
Research in CBS thrives on collaboration and community. In addition to the resources below, formal and informal research groups are advancing the science across the world—whether through clinical practice, basic experimental work, or applied RFT studies.
Whether you are interested in conducting research on your own or in a research lab there are often opportunities to collaborate with others in your area of interest.
- Join a Special Interest Group (SIG): Several SIGs bring together members with shared research interests (For example, the Research in Clinical Practice Collaborative SIG).
- Connect and Collaborate: Reach out to colleagues, share your ideas, and build partnerships through our ACT for Professionals and RFT listservs.
- Start Something New: Have a research idea or want to create a new group? You can start your own SIG or collaborate with an existing lab. For inspiration, explore our research labs and academic training page to find others working in your area of interest.
Keep Exploring
Don't forget to visit the RFT sections of the site for additional resources, tools, and research updates.