Talk to the Mand
What is a mand?
A request for something wanted or needed, or a request to end something undesirable.
Differential Reinforcement of Incompatible Behavior (DRI)
reinforcing behavior that can’t occur at the same time as the inappropriate behavior
Receiving a Raise for completing a checklist
Positive Reinforcement
A client starts to tantrum once they are given a worksheet
Escape
HOH
Hand Over Hand
Client sees cookies in the cookie jar asks, “can I have a cookie?”. The Staff gives the client a cookie
Spontaneous mand
Differential Reinforcement of Alternative Behavior (DRA)
reinforcing a behavior that serves as an alternative to the inappropriate behavior
Getting burnt after touching a hot stove
Positive Punishment
A client yells and screams until the teacher comes over to them
Attention
R+
Reinforcer
Client is trying to open their chip bag at the lunch table but is unable to. Staff shows a visual that says ‘help’ to the client. Client then says, “I want help"
Prompted mand
Differential Reinforcement of Other Behavior (DRO)
rewarding the client when the inappropriate behavior does not occur during a specific amount of time
After fighting with sibling, a child has their favorite toy taken away
Negative Punishment
A client uses their AAC device to ask for the swing
Access to Tangibles
RBT
Registered Behavior Technician
Staff is holding a ball in their hands and client starts reaching towards it. Staff says, “what do you want?” Client responds with “ball”.
Independent Mand
Differential Reinforcement of Low Rates (DRL)
encouraging the client to reduce the frequency of a behavior
The Behavior itself isn't inappropriate but the frequency is
Leaving an noisy room because it hurts your ears
Negative Reinforcement
A client grinds their teeth to feel the sensation
Sensory needs
ABA
Applied Behavior Analysis
After giving a client a piggyback ride, staff sets them back down. Client turns towards staff, raises their arms and says “up”.
Spontaneous mand
A client does not engage in spitting within a two minute interval and is rewarded
What is DRO?
Explain Continuous reinforcement
when a reinforcer or reward is given every time a desired behavior is exhibited
A student finishes their test as quickly as possible in order to leave early
Escape
NVI
Non-Verbal Imitation