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Functional Analysis of Inappropriate Social Interactions in Students with Asperger's Syndrome
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Roantree, Christina F.; Kennedy, Craig H. – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 2012
We analyzed the inappropriate social interactions of 3 students with Asperger's syndrome whose behavior was maintained by social positive reinforcement. We tested whether inappropriate social behavior was sensitive to social positive reinforcement contingencies and whether such contingencies could be reversed to increase the probability of…
Descriptors: Behavior Problems, Asperger Syndrome, Probability, Positive Reinforcement
Check-In/Check-Out: A Systematic Evaluation and Component Analysis
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Campbell, Amy; Anderson, Cynthia M. – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 2011
Tier 2 interventions are implemented similarly across students and thus serve as an efficient and cost-effective method of behavior support in school settings. Check-in/check-out is a Tier 2 intervention with documented effectiveness (e.g., Hawken & Horner, 2003; Todd, Campbell, Meyer, & Horner, 2008). Key features of the intervention…
Descriptors: Feedback (Response), Behavior Problems, Student Behavior, Intervention
Cooperative Games: A Way to Modify Aggressive and Cooperative Behaviors in Young Children.
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Bay-Hinitz, April K.; And Others – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1994
Aggressive and cooperative behaviors of 70 preschool children were measured during game conditions and subsequent free-play periods. Cooperative behavior increased and aggression decreased during cooperative games and free play; conversely, competitive games were followed by increases in aggressive behavior and decreases in cooperative behavior.…
Descriptors: Aggression, Behavior Patterns, Competition, Cooperation
Increasing Complex Social Behaviors in Children with Autism: Effects of Peer-Implemented Pivotal Response Training.
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Pierce, Karen; Schreibman, Laura – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1995
Two children with autism, aged 10, were exposed to peer-implemented pivotal response training (PRT). Typical peers implemented PRT strategies by modeling, role playing, and didactic instruction. Both children with autism maintained prolonged interactions with the peer, initiated play and conversations, and increased engagement in language and…
Descriptors: Autism, Behavior Development, Classroom Techniques, Intermediate Grades
Functional Communication Training to Reduce Challenging Behavior: Maintenance and Application in New Settings.
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Durand, V. Mark; Carr, Edward G. – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1991
Three mentally retarded students (ages 9-12) who exhibited challenging behaviors to escape from academic demands and to receive social attention were taught alternative assistance-seeking and attention-getting phrases. Data indicated that the intervention reduced challenging behavior. The results transferred across settings, and were maintained 18…
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Behavior Problems, Communication Skills, Generalization
Feed the Hungry Bee: Using Positive Peer Reports to Improve the Social Interactions and Acceptance of a Socially Rejected Girl in Residential Care.
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Ervin, Ruth A.; And Others – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1996
Peers of a socially rejected seventh-grade girl were rewarded for publicly reporting positive aspects of the girl's behavior. Results indicated that positive peer reports reduced negative social interactions to near zero and increased positive interactions to above 70%. In addition, social acceptance ratings of the girl increased from…
Descriptors: Behavior Problems, Case Studies, Interpersonal Competence, Intervention