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Episode 202: The Culturally Responsive Behavior Analyst with Dr. Ruby Mannankara-Cabrera

Author
Ben Reiman
Published
Thu 27 Mar 2025
Episode Link
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-202-the-culturally-responsive-behavior-analyst-with-dr-ruby-mannankara-cabrera/

In this conversation, Dr. Ruby Mannankara-Cabrera shares her journey in behavior analysis, emphasizing the importance of cultural responsiveness in clinical practice. She discusses her experiences in nonprofit work, the challenges of integrating cultural humility into treatment, and her decision to pursue a doctorate focused on creating a culturally responsive curriculum for behavior analysts. Dr. Mannankara-Cabrera highlights the need for ongoing learning, recognizing biases, and building trust with families in behavior analysis.


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Articles Referenced:


Mannankara-Cabrera, R. D. (2023). Cultural responsiveness in behavior analytic treatment: a qualitative multiple-case study (Doctoral dissertation).


Narayanasamy, A. (2002). The ACCESS model: a transcultural nursing practice framework. British Journal of Nursing, 11(9), 643-655.


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