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Applied Behavior Analysis: Its Impact on the Treatment of Mentally Retarded Emotionally Disturbed People.
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Matson, Johnny L.; Coe, David A. – Research in Developmental Disabilities, 1992
This article reviews applications of the applied behavior analysis ideas of B. F. Skinner and others to persons with both mental retardation and emotional disturbance. The review examines implications of behavior analysis for operant conditioning and radical behaviorism, schedules of reinforcement, and emotion and mental illness. (DB)
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Behavioral Science Research, Behaviorism, Emotional Disturbances
Use of Microswitches and Speech Output Systems with People with Severe/Profound Intellectual or Multiple Disabilities: A Literature Review.
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Lancioni, Giulio E.; O'Reilly, Mark F.; Basili, Gabriella – Research in Developmental Disabilities, 2001
This article reviews the studies that used microswitches and speech output systems with people with severe/profound intellectual or multiple disabilities during the 1986-1999 period and discusses the encouraging research findings and the economic practicality of these two forms of technology. Research needs are addressed. (Contains references.)…
Descriptors: Adults, Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Children, Communication Aids (for Disabled)