Reinforcement
Something added following behavior that increases future occurrence.
Positive Reinforcement
What is the most intrusive prompt
Full Physical
This type of data records how many times a behavior occurs
Frequency Data
What does DTT stand for?
Discrete Trial Training
Can staff discuss client information in public places or with others outside the agency?
No
When should reinforcement be provided
Immediately.
Name 3 different prompts
Which data collection method measures how long a behavior lasts?
Duration
What does ABC stand for?
Antecedent, Behavior, Consequence
When should session notes be completed?
within 24 hours
Directive given to signal reinforcement available
Sd
What is prompt fading
Moving to the next less intrusive prompt from current prompt
When should you record data from trials
Immediately following the response or set
A child hits when asked to clean up toys. What is the likely function?
Escape
What is the most effective way to identify a client's preferred reinforcers
Preference Assessment
This is when reinforcement is not provided on a fixed schedule
Variable ratio
Why should prompts be faded?
To promote independence and reduce prompt dependence.
What data would you collect for crying that lasts 10 minutes?
Duration
A child tells jokes repeatedly because classmates laugh. What is function
Attention
Why should opinions be avoided in session notes?
Documentation should describe observable facts and measurable behavior.
If a client engages in escape-maintained behavior, reinforcement should be delivered when:
the client appropriately completes or attempts the task
What is most important thing to do when trying to fade prompmts?
Provide wait time before prompting
What should be included when documenting a behavior?
The antecedent, observable behavior, consequence, and relevant data.
Name the four common functions of behavior.
Attention, Escape, Tangible, and Automatic Reinforcement
Procedure in which previously reinforced behaviors are no longer reinforced
Extinction