Title: Suppression of self-stimulatory behavior of a profoundly retarded boy across staff and settings: An assessment of situational generalization
Abstract: This study examined the direct and generalized effects of positive reinforcement and modified arm overcorrection upon the occurrence of appropriate play and self-stimulatory behaviors of a 17-year-old profoundly retarded boy. A multiple baseline design was employed to assess the effects of treatment across 10 teachers in two settings. Results indicated that the procedure directly increased play behavior and suppressed self-stimulation. However, there was no evidence of generalized changes in the subject's behavior across teachers and settings. The failure of the treatment program to produce such changes was examined with reference to the procedures employed.
Publication Year: 1979
Publication Date: 1979-03-01
Language: en
Type: article
Indexed In: ['crossref']
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