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Influence of assessment setting on the results of functional analyses of problem behavior
Russell Lang1, Jeff Sigafoos, Giulio Lancioni
1University of California, Santa Barbara, USA. russlang@txstate.edu
Abstract:
Analogue functional analyses are widely used to identify the operant function of problem behavior in individuals with developmental disabilities. Because problem behavior often occurs across multiple settings (e.g., homes, schools, outpatient clinics), it is important to determine whether the results of functional analyses vary across settings. This brief review covers 3 recent studies that examined the influence of different settings on the results of functional analyses and identifies directions for future research.
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