Join Dr. Cheryl Tierney and Kirsten Yurich, in conversation with Ryan O’Donnell, behavioral scientist, filmmaker, and founder of The Behavior Academy, to explore the intersection of behavioral science and creative media. Ryan shares how his expertise in behavioral principles, particularly perspective-taking, informs the production of documentary films and digital educational content that effectively communicate complex scientific concepts. Through case studies including This Way of Thinking and The Morningside Model, participants will learn how to translate evidence-based practices into compelling, accessible narratives that engage diverse audiences and enhance understanding of behavioral and mental health topics. This session highlights the methodological and conceptual considerations in producing scientifically grounded, emotion-driven media for education, training, and dissemination.
The webinar will be held on December 11, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM EST, and includes 1 BACB Learning CEU. Attendance is included free with a BehaviorLive subscription, and registrants will also have access to the recorded session on-demand for CEUs.
Learning Objectives
Participants will:
- Examine how principles of behavioral science, particularly perspective-taking, can be applied to enhance communication, education, and engagement across diverse audiences.
- Analyze the methods by which authentic, evidence-based storytelling can translate complex behavioral concepts into accessible and impactful narratives.
- Evaluate the role of creative media, including documentary filmmaking and digital education, in advancing training, dissemination, and understanding in behavioral and mental health practice.
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