General ABA
Reinforcement and Motivation
ABA Terminology
Ethics
100

What is pairing?

Building a positive relationship by associating yourself or activities with things the client enjoys.

100

Positive reinforcement

is the addition of a stimulus following a behavior that increases the likelihood of that behavior occurring again in the future.

100

This signals that reinforcement is available


SD

100

What is the BACB's code of ethics?

The BACB (Behavior Analyst Certification Board) Code of Ethics is a set of guidelines that outline the ethical principles and standards of conduct for professionals in the field of behavior analysis.

200

What is token economy? 

A system where tokens are earned for good behavior and exchanged for rewards.

200

What is negative reinforcement?

Negative reinforcement is the removal of an aversive stimulus following a behavior, which increases the likelihood of that behavior occurring again in the future.

200

What is a prompt

Additional que or assistants provided to encourage the correct response or behavior. 

200

What is confidentiality in ABA?

Confidentiality refers to protecting the privacy of a client by keeping their personal information secure and only sharing it with authorized individuals or when legally required.

300

The reason why the behavior occur is also known as... 

the function of behavior.

300

Define MO (Motivating Operation). 

Something that changes how much someone wants a reinforcer and how likely they are to perform a behavior.

300

What is Intermittent Reinforcement?

Reinforcing a behavior only some of the time.

300

What is client dignity?

Client dignity refers to respecting the rights, autonomy, and individuality of clients, ensuring they are treated with care, compassion, and professionalism.

400

What is an operational definition

Clearly describing a behavior in measurable and observable terms.

 

400

Reinforcement is delivered, on average, every 2 minutes following the first response after the time is up. What reinforcement schedule is this?


VI-2

400

What is the difference between chaining and shaping?

Chaining is breaking a complex skill into smaller steps and teaching them in sequence.

Shaping is gradually teaching a new behavior by reinforcing closer and closer approximations of the desired behavior.

400

What is dual relationship in ABA? 

A dual relationship occurs when a professional has another significant relationship with a client or their family in addition to the professional one (e.g., being a family friend or business partner).

500

What is the 4 term contingency? 



Mo (Motivating Operation)

A (Antecedent)

B (Behavior)

C (Consequence)

500

What are the 3 key strategies for reinforcement?

Immediate Reinforcement: Reinforce immediately after the desired behavior.

Appropriate Reinforcers: Select based on individual preferences.

Adjusting Reinforcement Levels: Gradually fade reinforcement as behaviors become more consistent.



500

Define deprivation and satiation

Deprivation- A state in which a person hasn’t had access to a reinforcer, increasing its value. 

Satiation: A state in which a person has had too much access to a reinforcer, decreasing its value.

500

What should you do when you suspect an abuse or neglect? 

Consult with the CD immediately for possible reporting. 

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