Reduction of Multiple Aberrant Behaviors and Concurrent Development of Self-Care Skills with Differential Reinforcement.

Vollmer, Timothy R.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ451566

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Publication Date: 1992

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Reduction of Multiple Aberrant Behaviors and Concurrent Development of Self-Care Skills with Differential Reinforcement.

Vollmer, Timothy R.; And Others

Research in Developmental Disabilities, v13 n3 p287-99 May-Jun 1992

A modified functional analysis was used to assess the behavioral function of a profoundly retarded man's self-injurious behavior (SIB). Differential reinforcement of alternative behavior effectively reduced SIB and related behavior problems, while compliance of a self-care acquisition task increased markedly. (Author/DB)

Descriptors: Adults, Behavior Modification, Behavior Problems, Case Studies, Compliance (Psychology), Reinforcement, Self Care Skills, Self Mutilation, Severe Mental Retardation, Skill Development

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Audience: Researchers

Language: English

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