Treatment of Self-Injurious Behavior Using a Water Mist: Initial Response Suppression and Generalization.

Dorsey, Michael F.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ230283

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1980

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Treatment of Self-Injurious Behavior Using a Water Mist: Initial Response Suppression and Generalization.

Dorsey, Michael F.; And Others

Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, v13 n2 p343-53 Sum 1980

The study evaluated the effects of a fine mist of water applied to the face contingent upon self-injurious behavior (SIB) exhibited by profoundly retarded persons. Results indicated that the water mist procedure may be an effective alternative to traditional punishment techniques. (Author)

Descriptors: Behavior Change, Behavior Modification, Exceptional Child Research, Punishment, Self Mutilation, Severe Mental Retardation

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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