Functional Behavior Assessment

Since the goal of a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) is to understand a behaviour's function rather than assign a numerical score, they are not normally scored in the same way as standard assessments. Instead, the FBA process includes gathering data regarding the antecedents, behavior, conseqeuences, and potential function to create efficient intervention strategies to support the individual's behavior.

The Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) measures the function or purpose of a behavior, as well as the environmental factors that may be contributing to the behavior.

Typically, behavior analysts or psychologists use direct observation, in-person interviews with relevant individuals, and analysis of data gathered on the subject's behavior to give the Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA). In order to acquire information regarding the behavior, checklists, rating scales, and other assessment instruments may be used. Interviews with caretakers, teachers, and other people who frequently interact with the individual may also be a component of the procedure.