Questions and Answers
Behavior a client engages in that could cause harm to themselves or others is sometimes referred to as?
Aberrant behavior
One problem associated with stereotypic behavior is it?
could interfere with learning
What % of individuals with ASD display self-injurious behavior?
50%
Defining a behavior in observable terms is known as which of the following?
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This type of definition describes changes in the environment related to the behavior?
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Why is an operational definition important?
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Which four functions are commonly included in historical literature on functional analysis?
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What is another potential function of behavior (Not SEAT)?
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Indirect measures of aberrant behavior are also known as which of the following?
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Collecting A-B-C data is also known as which of the following?
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Which of the following is the best reason for conducting a functional behavior assessment?
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What are the three components of active listening?
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"Was he screaming, hitting, or throwing objects?" is an indirect method known as which of the following?
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What is the second step of direct observation?
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Functional analysis has been described as the most ___ way to determine function.
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The majority of studies on functional analysis have shown it?
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A learner receiving a high five contingent upon displaying aberrant behavior would occur in which condition of a functional analysis?
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A learner receiving a toy contingent upon displaying aberrant behavior would most likely occur in which condition of a functional analysis?
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A learner being provided with a break from demands contingent upon displaying aberrant behavior would most likely occur in which condition of a functional analysis?
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One concern with standard Functional Analyses is that they are not?
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In a progressive approach to problem behavior (i.e., the Big 4), which of the following is recommended?
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Study Notes
Aberrant Behavior
- Aberrant behavior refers to actions that may cause harm to oneself or others.
- Up to 50% of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) engage in self-injurious behavior.
Stereotypic Behavior
- Stereotypic behavior can interfere with the learning process.
Definitions
- Operational Definition: A clear, observable description of behavior.
- Functional Definition: An outline of environmental changes related to the behavior.
Importance of Definitions
- Operational definitions enhance the accuracy of data collection and behavior scoring.
Functions of Behavior
- Common functions identified in functional analysis include:
- Access to attention
- Access to tangibles
- Escape
- Automatic reinforcement
- Another potential behavioral function is control.
Behavioral Assessment Methods
- Indirect measures of aberrant behavior are referred to as second hand observation.
- Collecting A-B-C (Antecedent-Behavior-Consequence) data is known as first hand observation.
Purpose of Functional Behavior Assessment
- The main objective is to identify the function behind the behavior.
Active Listening Components
- Active listening consists of three components: what we do, what we say, and what we observe.
Indirect Observation Techniques
- The indirect method "Laundry list" involves questions like, "Was he screaming, hitting, or throwing objects?"
Direct Observation Steps
- The second step of direct observation involves accurately describing the behavior observed.
Functional Analysis Efficacy
- Functional analysis is viewed as the most precise method for determining the function of a behavior.
- Most studies indicate that functional analysis can lead to successful treatment interventions.
Conditions in Functional Analysis
- Attention condition: A learner receiving high fives as a reward for aberrant behavior.
- Tangible condition: A learner receiving a toy for displaying aberrant behavior.
- Escape condition: A learner being given a break from demands as a consequence for aberrant behavior.
Limitations of Functional Analysis
- A concern with standard functional analyses is their lack of occurrence in natural settings.
Proactive Strategies
- A progressive approach to managing problem behaviors recommends proactively teaching necessary skills to handle the conditions typically encountered in functional analyses.
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