Application of Differential Reinforcement to Control Disruptive Behaviours of Mentally Retarded Students during Remedial Instruction.

Luiselli, J. K.; And Others

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Publication Date: 1981-Dec

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Application of Differential Reinforcement to Control Disruptive Behaviours of Mentally Retarded Students during Remedial Instruction.

Luiselli, J. K.; And Others

Journal of Mental Deficiency Research, v25 n4 p265-73 Dec 1981

Procedures consisted of delivering an edible treat to Ss if they failed to exhibit specified problem behaviors during selected time frames. Results provided support for the efficacy of differential reinforcement of other behavior (DRO) in reducing management problems of mentally retarded children. (Author/SB)

Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Behavior Problems, Mental Retardation, Mild Mental Retardation, Reinforcement, Severe Mental Retardation

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Language: English

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