application and challenging behaviours Flashcards
Describe Functional Communication Training (FCT)
FCT involves teaching socially appropriate communication skills while putting challenging behaviors on extinction.
What are some examples of challenging behaviors?
Examples include disruptive behavior, withdrawn behavior, and stereotypical behavior like repetitive vocalizations.
How is appropriate functional communication taught in ABA?
It is often taught through shaping, where desired behaviors are reinforced and gradually shaped towards the target communication.
Do you need to select an alternative form of communication in FCT for non-verbal individuals?
Yes, for non-verbal individuals like ‘pre-verbal’ or ‘pre-listener’, selecting an appropriate alternative form of communication is necessary.
What is the main goal of Functional Communication Training (FCT)?
The main goal is to teach and reinforce socially appropriate communication while extinguishing challenging behaviors.
Describe the concept of generality in change.
Generality behavior change refers to the lasting impact of the intervention over time, its appearance in various environments, and its spread to similar behaviors.
Define Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and its commitment.
ABA is the systematic application of behavior principles to improve socially significant behaviors that enhance people’s lives.
How is behavior defined in the context of ABA?
Behavior in ABA must be measurable, observable, and include monitoring of all individuals involved in the intervention/study.
Describe the goal of applied behavior analysis in relation to challenging behaviors.
The goal is to decrease challenging behaviors while simultaneously increasing appropriate behaviors by providing individuals with socially acceptable alternatives.
Do challenging behaviors serve a purpose in behavior analysis?
Challenging behaviors often act as a form of communication and may indicate unmet needs or difficulties in expressing oneself.
How do schedules of reinforcement influence behavior in behavior analysis?
Schedules of reinforcement determine when and how often a behavior is reinforced, impacting the rate and pattern of behavior.
Do you need to demonstrate a functional relationship in ABA?
Yes, in ABA, it is essential to demonstrate a functional relationship between the intervention and the target behavior, showing a level of control over the behavior.
What are the 7 characteristics of Applied Behavior Analysis according to Baer, Wolf, and Risley (1968)?
The 7 characteristics are: applied, behavioral, analytic, technological, conceptually systematic, effective, and generalizable.
What does ABC stand for in the context of behavioral assessment?
Antecedent, Behavior, Consequence.
Functional Behavioural Assessment (FBA)
A method used to identify the reasons behind a target behavior.
