Question:

What is a functional behavior assessment (FBA)?

Answer:

Maryland school law allows for a Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) to be conducted for students with disabilities to predict and address their problem behaviors. While parents can request an FBA for their child, there are specific situations where it is required for students with disabilities. It is recommended to conduct an FBA before developing a behavior intervention plan (BIP) to help replace challenging behaviors with appropriate ones.

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