Extensive research has been conducted demonstrating the utility of differential reinforcement as an effective intervention for self-injurious behavior. However, the majority of this literature requires teaching an alternative response to access reinforcement. Further evaluation of treating self-injurious behavior in individuals that already possess the repertories to contact reinforcement appropriately. Prior to initiating the study, functional assessments were completed for both participant that demonstrated high-rate bursts of mands served as a reliable precursor to self-injurious behavior. In the present study, we evaluated a waiting period and differential reinforcement of low rate behavior on reducing mands while keeping self-injurious behavior at or near zero levels. Results indicated that shorter waiting periods and DRL values were effective at reducing mands and maintaining near zero levels of self-injurious behavior.
Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:unt.edu/info:ark/67531/metadc1703297 |
Date | 05 1900 |
Creators | Baak, Sara Ann |
Contributors | Dracobly, Joesph D, Becker, April, Smith, Richard G. |
Publisher | University of North Texas |
Source Sets | University of North Texas |
Language | English |
Detected Language | English |
Type | Thesis or Dissertation |
Format | v, 44 pages, Text |
Rights | Public, Baak, Sara Ann, Copyright, Copyright is held by the author, unless otherwise noted. All rights Reserved. |
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