Behavior Reduction Interventions Flashcards
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According to the ethical guidelines for behavior analysts, behavior reduction procedures should be selected based on which primary criterion?
Answer: Least restrictive, most effective intervention that addresses the function of behavior
The BACB requires that practitioners use the least restrictive, most effective procedure based on the function of behavior, protecting the client's dignity and rights.
When comparing a punishment-based procedure to a differential reinforcement procedure for behavior reduction, a key advantage of differential reinforcement is that it:
Answer: Teaches a replacement behavior and does not rely on aversives
Differential reinforcement procedures reduce problem behavior while simultaneously strengthening appropriate alternative behaviors, avoiding the negative side effects associated with punishment.
A behavior intervention plan (BIP) for behavior reduction MUST include:
Answer: Antecedent modifications, replacement behavior teaching, and consequence strategies
A comprehensive BIP addresses antecedents (prevention), replacement behaviors (teaching), and consequences (reinforcement and behavior reduction), based on the function identified in the FBA.
Which ethical consideration is MOST important before implementing a punishment procedure for behavior reduction?
Answer: Demonstrating that less restrictive interventions have been tried or considered
Ethical practice requires demonstrating that reinforcement-based alternatives were attempted or considered before implementing punishment procedures.
When fading a punishment procedure that has been effective in reducing a dangerous behavior, the practitioner should:
Answer: Gradually thin the punishment schedule while maintaining reinforcement for alternative behavior
Fading should be gradual and combined with continued reinforcement of replacement behaviors to maintain treatment gains and prevent relapse.
In which scenario is a DRO procedure LEAST appropriate as a primary behavior reduction strategy?
Answer: When the problem behavior is automatically reinforced and blocking is not possible
DRO is least appropriate for automatically-reinforced behavior because the sensory reinforcer is self-delivered and cannot be withheld; DRO requires practitioner control over reinforcement delivery.
A practitioner is monitoring a behavior reduction program and notices that, while the target behavior has decreased, a similar topography behavior has emerged. This is best described as:
Answer: Response covariation or response class expansion
Response covariation occurs when addressing one member of a response class affects other members; here, a related behavior emerges because it belongs to the same functional response class.