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Peer reviewedGordon, Rita; And Others – Child and Family Behavior Therapy, 1986
For a seven-year-old autistic boy, contingent jogging caused a significant decline in frequency of out-of-seat behavior that was maintained for 12 months. Unlike many other behavior suppression techniques, contingent exercise is safe and does not humiliate the client. (Author/LHW)
Descriptors: Autism, Behavior Change, Behavior Disorders, Behavior Modification
Peer reviewedWhalen, Carol K.; Henker, Barbara – Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 1991
Compares three treatment modalities for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) including stimulant treatments, primarily methylphenidate; behavioral treatments, including contingency management and parent training; and cognitive-behavioral or self-regulation therapies. Discusses methodological quandaries, constricted focus, and…
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Disorders, Behavior Modification, Children, Cognitive Restructuring
Peer reviewedRichburg, Mary L.; Cobia, Debra C. – Elementary School Guidance and Counseling, 1994
Describes treatment using combination of behavioral techniques, contingency management with positive reinforcement, and stimulus fading for kindergarten girl who was referred to school counselor because of her unwillingness to verbally communicate with her teacher and peers. Discusses how counseling techniques produced desired outcomes, expanding…
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Case Studies, Contingency Management, Counseling Techniques
