Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman

• Episode 239: Supporting Refugee and Migrant Students Amid Climate and War-Induced Displacement with Dr. Diana Diaków

  In this conversation, Dr. Diana Diaków shares her extensive experience working with displaced populations, particularly children and families in refugee camps. She discusses her journey from studying applied developmental psychology to focusing on resilience in displaced children. Diana emphasizes the importance of understanding cultural dynamics, community support, and the need for culturally responsive interventions in mental health practices. She highlights the challenges faced in humanitarian work, the significance of transnational competence, and the gaps in research regarding displaced populations. The conversation concludes with Dr. Diaków 's vision for future work in promoting resilience and mental health support for refugees. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/gdVhU9PBdd0 Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop) BACB: 1.0 Ethics IBAO:  1.0  Cultural QABA: 1.0  General CBA:    1.0  Cultural Diversity  Follow us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/behaviourspeak/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/behaviourspeak/ Contact: https://dianadiakow.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianadiakow/ Links: National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) Position Statement Students Who Are Displaced Persons, Refugees, or Asylum-Seekers Articles Mentioned: Diaków, D. M., & Christner, R. W. (2025). Integrating global mental health into international school psychology: Supporting refugee and migrant students amid climate and war-induced displacement. International Journal of School & Educational Psychology, 13(3), 246–257. https://doi.org/10.1080/21683603.2025.2519748 Diaków, D. M., & Stewart, J.L (2025). Integrating Spirituality into School Psychology Practice. Communique, 54(1), 31-34 Diaków, D. M., & Goforth, A. N. (2021). Supporting Muslim refugee youth during displacement: Implications for international school psychologists. School Psychology International, 42(3), 238-258. Diaków, D. M. (2022). Humanitarian Workers’ perspectives on mental health and resilience of refugee youth: Implications for school psychology. University of Montana. Koehn, P. H., Ngai, P. B. Y., Uitto, J. I., & Diaków, D. M. (2023). Migrant health and resilience: Transnational competence in conflict and climate displacement situations. Routledge. Related Behaviour Speak Episodes Episode 139:  Threads of Hope: Addresssing Trauma Amind War and Civil Discord with Sawsan Razzouk https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-139threads-of-hope-addressing-trauma-amid-war-and-civil-discord-with-sawsan-razzouk-ma-bcba/ Episode 78:  The Lived Experiences of Syrian Refugee Parents of Autistic Children with Abdullah Bernier https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-78-the-lived-experiences-of-syrian-refugee-parents-of-autistic-children-with-abdullah-bernier/ Episode 31 and 32: Special Series on Supporting Refugees from Ukraine https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-31specialseries-onsupporting-refugeesfromukraine-episode-1coordinating-supports-forrefugee-families-ofchildrenwithdisabilities-with-sophie/ https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-32specialseries-onsupporting-refugeesfromukraine-episode-2tipson-providing-directsupport-toukrainianrefugee-families-with-autistic-children/  

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• Episode 238: Behaviour Analysis in Bahrain with Ingy Alireza, M.Ed., M.S., BCBA

  In this conversation, Ingy Alireza shares her journey as a behaviour analyst in Bahrain, discussing the challenges and evolution of autism support services in the region. She highlights the cultural influences on education, the role of parents in advocating for their children, and the need for more practitioners and training in behaviour analysis. Ingy emphasizes the importance of mental health in autism support and the potential of technology to enhance services. The discussion also touches on the current projects she is involved in, including the development of NUMUW, a new platform providing multidisciplinary services for families. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Pn0cGKKBA2w Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop) BACB: 1.0 Ethics IBAO:  1.0  Cultural QABA: 1.0  General CBA:    1.0  Cultural Diversity  Follow us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/behaviourspeak/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/behaviourspeak/ Contact: NUMUW   https://numuw.com/?lang=en Ingy Alireza https://www.linkedin.com/in/ingyalireza/ https://thinkinc.me/meet-the-team-2/   Articles Mentioned: Kelly, M.P., Alireza, I., Azzaam, S. et al. Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism Spectrum Disorder in the Gulf Region in the Middle East. J Dev Phys Disabil 36, 591–614 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10882-023-09931-7 Related Behaviour Speak Episodes Episode 228 The Nubian Egyptian Behaviour Analyst with Nehal Siam https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-228-the-nubian-egyptian-behaviour-analyst-with-nehal-siam-mped-bcba-rba-ont/ Episode 149 Behaviour Analysis in Saudi Arabia with Dr. Shahad Alsharif https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-149-behaviouranalysis-in-saudi-arabia-with-dr-shahad-alsharif/ Episode 94: Behaviour Analysis in Lebanon and Qatar with Rola El-Annan https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/ep-94-behaviour-analysis-in-lebanon-and-qatar-with-rola-el-annan-med-bcba/  

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• Episode 236: The Intersection of Aging and Behaviour Analysis with Jacqueline Pachis, MA, MS, BCBA and Nehal Siam MPEd, BCBA, R.B.A. (Ont.)

  This conversation delves into the complexities of aging, cognitive decline, and the role of behaviour analysts in gerontology. Nehal Siam and Jacqueline Pachis discuss the importance of adapting care to the evolving needs of older adults, the significance of quality of life assessments, and the impact of cultural responsiveness. They also explore the challenges posed by ageism, the necessity of using appropriate assessment tools, and the barriers to utilizing assistive devices. The discussion emphasizes the need for ongoing education, networking, and advocacy within the field of behavioural gerontology. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/eZ0GHUaWPpo Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop) BACB: 1.5 Learning IBAO:  1.5  ABA Topics QABA: 1.5 General CBA:    1.5 Learning  Follow us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/behaviourspeak/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/behaviourspeak/ Contact: Jacqueline Pachis https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqueline-pachis-54b945a5/ https://www.emich.edu/psychology/labs/cbs-lab/lab-team.php Nehal Siam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nehal-siam-22b64663/ [email protected] Links:  Behavioral Gerontology Special Interest Group https://bgsig.abainternational.org/ https://www.facebook.com/behavioralgerontology/ Enrich Behavior Gerontology  Continuing Education Courses https://www.behavioralgerontology.com/ceu-courses CAMH https://www.camh.ca/ Behavioural Supports Ontario https://www.behaviouralsupportsontario.ca/ Dr. Claudia Drossel https://www.emich.edu/psychology/faculty/c-drossel.php Articles Mentioned: Rosalie A. Kane, Kristen C. Kling, Boris Bershadsky, Robert L. Kane, Katherine Giles, Howard B. Degenholtz, Jiexin Liu, Lois J. Cutler, Quality of Life Measures for Nursing Home Residents, The Journals of Gerontology: Series A, Volume 58, Issue 3, March 2003, Pages M240–M248, https://doi.org/10.1093/gerona/58.3.M240 Ogden Lindsley's 1964 chapter on Geriatric prosthetics Lindsley, O.R. (1964). Geriatric behavioral prosthetics. In: Kastenbaum, R. (eds) New Thoughts on Old Age. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-662-38534-0_3 Related Behaviour Speak Episodes Episode 228 The Nubian Egyptian Behaviour Analyst with Nehal Siam https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-228-the-nubian-egyptian-behaviour-analyst-with-nehal-siam-mped-bcba-rba-ont/ Episode 17 Behavioural Gerontology with Dr. Rebecca Sharp https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-17-behavioural-gerontology-with-dr-rebecca-sharp-phd-bcba-d/

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• Episode 237: An HBCU First: Training The Next Generation of Black Behavior Analysts at Florida A&M University

  This conversation explores the development of the first graduate-level Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) program at a Historically Black College and University (HBCU), Florida A&M University. The discussion highlights the importance of HBCUs in addressing the educational needs of African-American students, the collaborative efforts of faculty and community members, and the program's commitment to inclusivity and cultural perspectives in behaviour analysis. The team emphasizes the significance of practicum partnerships, research opportunities, and support for international students, aiming to create a diverse and accessible ABA program that meets the needs of underrepresented communities. This project would not be possible without the support of : Dr. Jermaine Robertson, FAMU Psychology Dr. Valencia E. Matthews,  FAMU, CSSAH Dr. Allyson Watson, FAMU Provost   Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_itm0knPCSg Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop) BACB: 1.0 Learning IBAO:  1.0  Cultural QABA: 1.0 General CBA:    1.0 Cultural Diversity  Follow us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/behaviourspeak/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/behaviourspeak/ Contact: Dr. Neico Slater Sa-Ra Website https://www.drslatersara.com/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/neico-slater-sa-ra-ph-d-509728187 Dr. Sharlyn Crump https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-sharlyn-crump-bcba-iba-lba-232a4a6a https://www.bestabaprogram.com/ Tia Glover LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiadglover/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tiagloverbehavioralhealth/ https://www.instagram.com/tia_dann/?hl=en Adrienne Bradley LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrienne-bradley-m-ed-bcba-lba-2845aa180 Instagran https://www.instagram.com/xoxo.contingencynerd/ My interview with Adrienne https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-76-the-next-generation-of-black-leaders-in-behavior-analysis-empowering-success-with-adrienne-bradley-med-bcba-lba/ Links:  Florida A&M University Psychology https://cssah.famu.edu/departments-and-centers/psychology/index.php Black Men in Behavior Analysis https://bmbanetwork.org/ IMHOTEP Conference https://cssah.famu.edu/departments-and-centers/psychology/imhotep.php International Behavior Analyst Organization https://theibao.com/ Savannah State University Behavior Analysis Program https://savannahstate.edu/programs/behavior-analysis/ Association for Professional Behavior Analysts https://www.apbahome.net/ Related Behaviour Speak Episodes Episode 223: Building Community in Behavior Analysis with Dr. Jewel Parham https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-223-building-community-in-behavior-analysis-with-dr-jewel-parham/ Episode 171: Empowering Black Voices in Autism Research with Dr. Brian Boyd https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-171-empowering-black-voices-in-autism-research/ with Dr. Brian Boyd Episode 98: Black Liberation Psychology with Dr. Evan Auguste https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-98-black-liberation-psychology-a-conversation-with-dr-evan-auguste/ Episode 79 Black Men in Behavior Analysis with Jeron Trotman https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode79-black-men-in-behavior-analysis-with-jeron-trotman/ Episode 76: The Next Generation of Black Leaders in Behavior Analysis with Adrienne Bradley https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-76-the-next-generation-of-black-leaders-in-behavior-analysis-empowering-success-with-adrienne-bradley-med-bcba-lba/ To get the latest updates, scan this QR code!  

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• Episode 236: Voices from Gaza: Understanding War Trauma with Dr. Iman Farajallah

  In this conversation, Dr. Iman Farajallah shares her profound experiences and insights as a psychologist working with trauma, particularly in war zones like Gaza. She discusses her personal background, the impact of war trauma on children, and her efforts to give a voice to those affected. The conversation also touches on the challenges of mental health support in Gaza and the concept of complex continuous trauma, highlighting the ongoing struggles faced by the Palestinian population. This conversation delves into the profound and complex trauma experienced by the population of Gaza, particularly focusing on the impact on children. The discussion highlights the continuous nature of trauma, the intergenerational effects, and the parallels with other marginalized communities. Dr. Farajallah shares insights from her work training first responders and supporting refugees, as well as her personal journey of healing through spirituality. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-yxX3XhmWYU Follow us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/behaviourspeak/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/behaviourspeak/ Contact: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-iman-farajallah-psyd-6aa190149/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@dr.imanfarajallah3658   Links:  My Life Is a War: Voices of Traumatized Palestinian Children under Israeli Occupation https://www.amazon.ca/Life-War-Traumatized-Palestinian-Occupation/dp/B0D378QVCX Gaza's Children: Innocence Lost - 8 min video with some of the interviews by Dr. Farajallah with children in Gaza  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4T5NxztIfw&t=1s The Invisible Wounds of Palestinian Children https://www.psychiatrictimes.com/view/the-invisible-wounds-of-palestinian-children Interview on Al Jazeera https://www.aljazeera.com/video/the-stream/2024/1/9/how-does-the-war-on-gaza-affect-mental-health-of-palestinian-children Interview on CBC  https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/audio/1.7053750 Articles by Dr. Farajallah Farajallah I. Health and mental health services in Gaza: A system under siege. Anatolian Clin. 2024;29(Special Issue on Gaza):22-3.  Farajallah, Iman. Continuous Traumatic Stress in Palestine: The Psychological Effects of the Occupation and Chronic Warfare on Palestinian Children. World Social Psychiatry 4(2):p 112-120, May–Aug 2022. | DOI: 10.4103/wsp.wsp_26_22  Farajallah I. Behind the Rubble: Psychological trauma of wars and human rights abuses on women and children in Gaza. Anatolian Clin. 2024;29(Special Issue on Gaza):119-36.  Farajallah, I. (2018). Children of War: Psychological Impacts of War and Postwar Trauma on the Palestinian Children in the Gaza Strip (Doctoral dissertation, Sofia University). Related Behaviour Speak Episodes Episode 232: Behaviour Analysis in Sudan with Salma Abdelrahmanabdalla https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-232-behaviour-analysis-in-sudan-with-salma-abdelrahmanabdalla-med-iba-qba/ Episode 197: Understanding Moral Injury with Dr. C. Richard Spates https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-197-understanding-moral-injury-with-dr-c-richard-spates/ Episode 191: Behaviour Analysis in Belarus with Анна Калиновская, M.A., BCBA, IBA (Hanna Kalinouskaya) https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/behaviouranalysis-in-belaruswith-hannakalinouskaya-bcba-iba/ Episode 184 Behaviour Analysis in Ukraine with Alla Moskalets https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-184-behavior-analysis-in-ukraine-with-alla-moskalets/ Episode 176: Religion, Spirituality, and Mental Health with Dr. Janice Parker https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-176-religion-spirituality-and-mental-health/ Episode 139: Threads of Hope: Addressing Trauma Amid War and Civil Discord with Sawsan Razzouk, M.A., BCBA https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-139threads-of-hope-addressing-trauma-amid-war-and-civil-discord-with-sawsan-razzouk-ma-bcba/ Episodes 31 and 32: Special Series on Supporting Refugees from Ukraine Episode 1 and 2  https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-31specialseries-onsupporting-refugeesfromukraine-episode-1coordinating-supports-forrefugee-families-ofchildrenwithdisabilities-with-sophie/ https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-32specialseries-onsupporting-refugeesfromukraine-episode-2tipson-providing-directsupport-toukrainianrefugee-families-with-autistic-children/

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