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Peer reviewedNewton, Stephen J.; And Others – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1993
This study of the choice behavior of 14 adults with severe disabilities in residential programs found that 24 staff members correctly predicted the individuals' choices 78% of the time, when compared to choices made by the individuals themselves. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Adults, Caregivers, Decision Making, Individual Differences
Peer reviewedMudford, Oliver C.; And Others – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1990
The representativeness of behavioral observation samples with durations of less than the whole time of interest was investigated with five profoundly mentally retarded physically handicapped adults in an institutional setting. It was found that the session representativeness was a function of the relative duration of the behavioral categories and…
Descriptors: Adults, Behavior Patterns, Evaluation Methods, Institutionalized Persons
Peer reviewedMcClannahan, Lynn E.; And Others – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1990
The Personal Appearance Index, an assessment of physical appearance and personal care, was used to assess 12 youngsters with autism who lived at home, in group homes, or in institutions. The index showed differences in the appearance scores of institutionalized children compared to others and was used to provide feedback to the children's…
Descriptors: Autism, Child Rearing, Cleaning, Elementary Secondary Education
