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Assessing and programming generalized behavioral reduction across multiple stimulus parameters

B A Shore1, B A Iwata, D C Lerman

  • 1Psychology Department, University of Florida, Gainesville 32611.

Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis
|January 1, 1994
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This study investigated generalization of treatment for self-injurious behavior (SIB) maintained by escape from task demands. Results revealed varied generalization across individuals, with some showing immediate success and others requiring further training.

Area of Science:

  • Behavioral Psychology
  • Applied Behavior Analysis

Background:

  • Self-injurious behavior (SIB) maintained by escape from task demands presents a significant clinical challenge.
  • Understanding generalization of treatment effects across different stimuli is crucial for effective intervention.

Observation:

  • The study examined generalization of escape extinction treatment for SIB across therapist, setting, and demands.
  • Treatment involved systematically varying and then holding constant stimulus parameters during escape extinction.

Findings:

  • Generalization of treatment effects varied significantly among the five participants.
  • Two participants showed complete generalization to novel stimuli immediately after treatment.
  • One participant generalized across two parameters, while two required additional training with varied stimuli.

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Implications:

  • Idiosyncratic responding highlights the need for individualized treatment approaches in managing SIB.
  • Further research is needed to understand factors influencing generalization across diverse stimulus conditions.