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Overcorrection: Reviewed, revisited and revised.

S E Mackenzie-Keating, L McDonald

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Overcorrection is a complex behavior management strategy that requires clear terminology for effective implementation. This study examines overcorrection issues and proposes revised terminology for researchers and practitioners.

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Area of Science:

Behavioral Psychology
Applied Behavior Analysis

Background:

Overcorrection is a common behavior management technique with documented success.
Its effectiveness is often debated due to its complex nature and varied implementation.

Purpose of the Study:

To examine and evaluate issues surrounding the complex nature of overcorrection.
To propose a revision of current overcorrection terminology to reduce confusion.

Main Methods:

Literature review and conceptual analysis of overcorrection procedures.
Evaluation of existing research and practitioner debates on overcorrection.

Main Results:

Overcorrection is not a monolithic procedure but a combination of strategies.
Multiple labels and complex implementation contribute to confusion and debate.

Conclusions:

Revised terminology is needed to clarify overcorrection procedures.
Future research should focus on standardizing overcorrection definitions and applications.