The Coronavirus Case Explosion in California (and how an entire scientific field is being ignored).

By: Elizabeth Connis
Applied Behavior Analysis, Science, , ,

In this piece, I will begin by discussing some broad strokes of my field’s science and then hone in on how it can be useful within one specific area within the United States: the current explosion of California’s coronavirus cases.  I have chosen to concentrate on this subject specifically as it is where I live.…

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“Self Control & Creative Thinking” (Vintage!)

By: Elizabeth Connis
Applied Behavior Analysis, Science

Found in my graduate school archives, lol (I’m not 100% sure what I’m trying to say, but I think I still agree): Self-control and creative thinking are similar within Skinner’s conceptualization of each. Each involves external variables that act upon the organism to lead to what we know as either self-control or creative thinking.   For…

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Christmas 2020 (Roseville, CA)

By: Elizabeth Connis
Applied Behavior Analysis,

  Say Hi! *Please know I don’t reinforce inappropriate behavior, though. 😉

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”Khashoggi’s Way” – PBS Documentary Recommendation

By: Elizabeth Connis
Journalism, Politics, , , ,

This documentary from Frontline PBS is truly a beautiful piece of journalism that all should see: ”The Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia” I hope this man and his family, loved ones, and the journalism community at large receives justice for this brutal murder. Rest in Peace, Jamal Khashoggi.      

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The Alarmist Podcast & Organizational Behavior Management (Part 1)

By: Elizabeth Connis
Applied Behavior Analysis, Podcasts

I listen to many podcasts across various subject matter- true crime, science, mental health, self-help, political, etc. So, before I blather on about one specific podcast (spoiler alert: it is The Alarmist, of which I have no official affiliation, FYI), I want to tell you briefly about the podcast medium in general. Yes, very exciting (lol).…

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