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Component analysis and stimulus control assessment of a behavior deceleration treatment package
M J Cameron1, J K Luiselli, R F Littleton
1Evergreen Center, Milford, MA 01757, USA.
Research in Developmental Disabilities
|May 1, 1996
Summary
A novel treatment effectively reduced high-intensity screaming and whining in a teenager with developmental disabilities. Cranial pressure from a headband proved key, maintaining behavioral gains long-term.
Area of Science:
- Behavioral Psychology
- Developmental Disabilities Intervention
Background:
- High-intensity vocalizations pose challenges in individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Effective behavioral interventions are crucial for improving quality of life.
Observation:
- A treatment package involving setting manipulations and visual occlusion was applied.
- Analysis included individual components and stimulus control of the visual occlusion apparatus.
Findings:
- The treatment package significantly reduced screaming and whining behaviors.
- Cranial pressure, not the helmet itself, was identified as the critical element for control.
- A headband procedure using cranial pressure demonstrated sustained effectiveness in follow-up assessments.
Implications:
- Behavioral interventions can effectively manage challenging vocalizations.
- Identifying critical components of treatment is vital for optimizing interventions.
- Headband-based cranial pressure offers a promising, non-invasive method for behavioral control.