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Background:

  • Behavioral management is a significant challenge in afterschool programs.
  • Staff frequently lack formal training in evidence-based behavioral interventions.
  • Traditional methods like punishment or time-out offer only temporary relief and can exacerbate issues.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce functional behavior assessment (FBA) as an effective behavioral management strategy.
  • To highlight the limitations of common, less effective behavioral management techniques.
  • To advocate for the adoption of research-proven methods in educational settings.

Main Methods:

  • The chapter discusses the principles and application of functional behavior assessment.
  • It contrasts FBA with less effective, traditional behavioral management approaches.
  • Evidence supporting the efficacy of FBA in educational contexts is reviewed.

Main Results:

  • Functional behavior assessment (FBA) is presented as a research-proven method for behavior management.
  • FBA effectively identifies and addresses the underlying causes of problematic behaviors.
  • Unlike punitive measures, FBA leads to sustained reduction or elimination of undesirable behaviors.

Conclusions:

  • Functional behavior assessment (FBA) offers a more effective and lasting solution to behavioral challenges in afterschool settings.
  • Implementing FBA can improve the overall environment and effectiveness of afterschool programs.
  • There is a need for increased training and adoption of FBA among afterschool staff.