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Stereotypic behavior as a reinforcer: effects and side effects.

M Wolery, K Kirk, D L Gast

    Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders
    |June 1, 1985
    PubMed
    Summary

    Using stereotypic behavior as a reinforcer for autistic children increased correct responses without negatively impacting other behaviors. This novel approach shows promise for educational interventions.

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    Area of Science:

    • Behavioral Psychology
    • Developmental Psychology
    • Clinical Psychology

    Background:

    • Investigating effective reinforcement strategies for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is crucial for educational and therapeutic interventions.
    • Stereotypic behaviors are common in ASD and have been traditionally viewed as challenging, but their potential as reinforcers is less explored.

    Observation:

    • This study examined the use of prompted stereotypic behavior as a contingent reinforcer for correct responses in two autistic children.
    • The instructional method involved cueing children to engage in a specific stereotypic behavior immediately after a correct response during task-training.

    Findings:

    • The contingent use of stereotypic behavior as a reinforcer led to significant increases in correct responses for both children.
    • Systematic assessment of stereotypic behavior rates in free operant settings showed no adverse increases or negative side effects.
    • Other stereotypic behaviors and appropriate behaviors remained unaffected, indicating the targeted reinforcement was specific.

    Implications:

    • This research suggests that carefully managed stereotypic behaviors can be effectively utilized as powerful reinforcers in applied behavior analysis for autistic individuals.
    • The findings open new avenues for personalized and potentially more engaging intervention strategies for ASD.
    • Further research is warranted to explore the generalizability and long-term effects of this reinforcement technique across diverse populations and settings.

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