Multiple operant discrimination training to increase the precision of stimulus deltas following treatment of challenging behavior. (7th April 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Lambert, Joseph M.; Lamers, Mallory E.; Copeland, Bailey A.; Banerjee, Ipshita
• Is Part Of: Behavioral interventions. Volume 36:Number 3(2021)
• Page Start: 606
• Page End: 619
• Publication Date: 2021-04-07
• Subjects: adaptive alternative communication -- discrimination training -- functional analysis -- functional communication training -- individualized levels system; People with mental disabilities -- Behavior modification -- Periodicals; Behavior therapy -- Periodicals; 616.89142
• DOI: 10.1002/bin.1788
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1072-0847

Abstract

Abstract: Explicit instruction on how to maximize reinforcement in volatile reinforcement conditions could decrease the probability of persistent but ineffective requesting while also maintaining low rates of challenging behavior. We used a multiple probe design to demonstrate a functional relation between multiple‐operant discrimination training and manding for available reinforces from a child with autism spectrum disorder and complex communication needs who used a low‐tech augmentative and alternative communication system. Despite a history of severe challenging behavior, rates of challenging behavior remained low throughout this study.