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Pseudoscience

A claim or practice presented as scientific that lacks the evidence and methods of science, such as relying on testimonials, resisting testing, or not being falsifiable.

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A program claims to "cure" autism, citing only parent testimonials and no controlled studies.

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BCBA E.1 · Ethical and Professional IssuesCore principles of the ethics code for behavior analysts
BCBA E.3 · Ethical and Professional IssuesBuilding and keeping competence through professional development
BCBA H.2 · Selecting and Implementing InterventionsRecommending interventions: assessment results, evidence, preference, and contextual fit

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