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An evaluation of a high-probability instructional sequence to increase acceptance of food and decrease inappropriate
Meeta R Patel1, Gregory K Reed, Cathleen C Piazza
1Marcus Institute and Emory University School of Medicine, USA.
Research in Developmental Disabilities
|September 6, 2005
Summary
This study found that a high-probability (high-p) instructional sequence combined with escape extinction improved food acceptance and reduced problem behaviors in children with feeding issues.
Area of Science:
- Behavioral Psychology
- Pediatric Feeding Disorders
Background:
- Feeding problems in children are common and can lead to nutritional deficiencies and family stress.
- Behavioral interventions are often employed to address these challenges, but their efficacy can vary.
Observation:
- A high-probability (high-p) instructional sequence, involving easier tasks before a difficult one, was tested alongside escape extinction.
- The study observed the impact on food acceptance and inappropriate behaviors in children with diagnosed feeding problems.
Findings:
- Food acceptance increased for two out of three children when the high-p sequence was used with escape extinction.
- The combination of high-p sequence and escape extinction reduced inappropriate behaviors in two children compared to escape extinction alone.
Implications:
- The findings suggest that incorporating a high-p instructional sequence may enhance the effectiveness of escape extinction for pediatric feeding problems.
- This approach may be beneficial for improving eating behaviors and reducing challenging behaviors in this population.