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Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1982-Aug
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Reduction of Self-Injurious Behaviors by Reinforcement and Toy Use.
Lockwood, Kirk; Bourland, Gordon
Mental Retardation, v20 n4 p169-73 Aug 1982
Self-injurious behaviors of two nonambulatory profoundly retarded young adults were monitored. Despite considerable variability within conditions, mere provision of attached toys resulted in decreased biting and face slapping. (Author)
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Reinforcement, Self Mutilation, Severe Mental Retardation, Toys, Young Adults
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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