A review and extension of previous conceptualizations of treatment acceptability is provided in light of progress within the area of behavior treatment development and implementation. Factors including legislation, advances in research, and service delivery models are examined as to their relationship with a comprehensive conceptualization of treatment acceptability. Extensions to previously described conceptualizations of treatment acceptability are presented and a discussion of the potential impact of these extensions on treatment acceptability research is provided.
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