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Peer reviewedHayes, Steven C. – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1985
Two studies involving college students examined mechanisms responsible for observed self-reinforcement effects. Results seemed to support the view that self-reinforcement procedures work by setting a socially available standard against which performance can be evaluated. (CL)
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, College Students, Positive Reinforcement, Self Control
Peer reviewedAjibola, Olatunji; Clement, Paul W. – Behavior Modification, 1995
Six boys, aged 9 to 12, attended a tutoring class focusing on reading for 30 minutes each morning. Six, 10-day treatment periods were imposed that used various combinations of drug placebo, noncontingent reinforcers, 0.3 mg/kg methylphenidate, 0.7 mg/kg methylphenidate, and self-reinforcement. The combined effects of methylphenidate and…
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Disorders, Behavior Modification, Children, Drug Therapy
St. Denis, Marnie; And Others – Elementary School Guidance & Counseling, 1996
Assesses the extent to which children can be taught to increase the frequency of good things in their day and to be more aware of these highlights. A study of 39 students who participated in a positive perspectives intervention program showed both an increased awareness of highlights and positive feelings. (RJM)
Descriptors: Attitude Change, Behavior Modification, Daily Living Skills, Elementary Education
