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Peer reviewedSisson, L. A.; Dixon, M. J. – Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness, 1986
Inappropriate mealtime behaviors of a blind, mentally retarded, behaviorally disordered 10-year-old were modified via behavior therapy techniques, including audiotape of favorite stories turned off during inappropriate behavior and praise (plus access to food) for appropriate napkin and utensil use, once desired sitting posture had been…
Descriptors: Behavior Disorders, Behavior Modification, Case Studies, Eating Habits
