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Wilson, David M.; Iwata, Brian A.; Bloom, Sarah E. – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 2012
We evaluated an inexpensive, efficient, and noninvasive technique for measuring tissue damage produced by self-injurious behavior (SIB). The technique involved computerized measurement of wound surface area (WSA) based on digital photographs. In Study 1, we compared photographic measurement to a more commonly used procedure, transparency…
Descriptors: Self Destructive Behavior, Observation, Scientific Concepts, Computer Assisted Testing
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Van Camp, Carole M.; Hayes, Lynda B. – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 2012
Increasing physical activity is a crucial component of any comprehensive approach to combat the growing obesity epidemic. This review summarizes recent behavioral research on the measurement of physical activity and interventions aimed at increasing physical activity and provides directions for future research.
Descriptors: Physical Activities, Obesity, Comprehensive School Health Education, Physical Activity Level
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Reed, Derek D.; Kaplan, Brent A.; Brewer, Adam T. – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 2012
In recent years, researchers and practitioners in the behavioral sciences have profited from a growing literature on delay discounting. The purpose of this article is to provide readers with a brief tutorial on how to use Microsoft Office Excel 2010 and Excel for Mac 2011 to analyze discounting data to yield parameters for both the hyperbolic…
Descriptors: Behavioral Sciences, Delay of Gratification, Tutorial Programs, Tutoring