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Kuhn, David E.; Hardesty, Samantha L.; Sweeney, Nicole M. – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 2009
Repetitive behaviors such as excessive straightening are commonly observed among individuals with autism. Attempts to prevent these behaviors may increase the likelihood of other problem behaviors. The present study was designed to assess and treat the excessive straightening and associated destructive behaviors of a 16-year-old boy who had been…
Descriptors: Moderate Mental Retardation, Autism, Behavior Modification, Aggression
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Kell, Brandy L.; Kress, Victoria E. – International Journal of Behavioral Consultation and Therapy, 2006
This article examines the behavioral treatment of Trichotillomania. A brief overview of the diagnosis and assessment of Trichotillomania is provided. Guidelines for a structured clinical evaluation when working with people diagnosed with Trichotillomania are supplied. The most effective behavioral interventions and treatments for working with…
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Counseling Techniques, Evaluation Methods, Intervention
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Miller, Jeffrey A.; Williams, Shelagh J.; McCoy, Erika L. B. – Psychology in the Schools, 2004
Functional behavioral assessment (FBA) is an assessment procedure used to identify the reasons for children's misbehavior. In this article we provide an overview of one approach to FBA known as "multimodal functional behavioral assessment" (MFBA) that provides a comprehensive examination of the causes of children's disruptive behavior. The…
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Emotional Disturbances, Functional Behavioral Assessment, Evaluation Methods