Implementing Interventions in Psychology

What is the primary consideration when selecting an alternative behavior to be established or increased?

What is the purpose of monitoring client progress and treatment integrity?

What is the primary factor in recommending intervention goals and strategies?

What is the purpose of collaborating with others who support and/or provide services to clients?

What is the purpose of planning for possible unwanted effects when using reinforcement, extinction, and punishment procedures?

Selecting and Implementing Interventions

State Intervention Goals

Intervention goals should be stated in observable and measurable terms.

Identify Potential Interventions

Potential interventions are identified based on assessment results and the best available scientific evidence.

Intervention goals and strategies are recommended based on factors such as:
- Client preferences
- Supporting environments
- Risks
- Constraints
- Social validity

Select Acceptable Alternative Behavior

When targeting a behavior to be decreased, select an acceptable alternative behavior to be established or increased.

Plan for Unwanted Effects

Plan for possible unwanted effects when using:
- Reinforcement procedures
- Extinction procedures
- Punishment procedures

Monitor Progress and Treatment Integrity

Monitor client progress and treatment integrity.

Make Data-Based Decisions

Make data-based decisions about:
- The effectiveness of the intervention
- The need for treatment revision
- The need for ongoing services

Collaborate with Others

Collaborate with others who support and/or provide services to clients.

This quiz assesses knowledge of selecting and implementing interventions in psychology, including setting goals, identifying potential interventions, and recommending strategies based on various factors. It also covers decreasing target behaviors and establishing alternative behaviors.