An Experimental Comparison of Three Different Schedules of Reinforcement of Drug Abstinence Using Cigarette Smoking as an Exemplar.

Roll, John M.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ540944

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1996

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An Experimental Comparison of Three Different Schedules of Reinforcement of Drug Abstinence Using Cigarette Smoking as an Exemplar.

Roll, John M.; And Others

Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, v29 n4 p495-505 Win 1996

The efficacy of different schedules of reinforcement (progressive and fixed) for promoting and sustaining cigarette abstinence was compared using 60 cigarette smokers. Results found that the progressive and fixed groups achieved greater levels of abstinence than controls and that the progressive group was less likely to resume smoking. (Author/CR)

Descriptors: Adults, Behavior Modification, Contingency Management, Intervention, Maintenance, Positive Reinforcement, Program Effectiveness, Smoking, Substance Abuse

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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