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Using a self-control training procedure to increase appropriate behavior

M R Dixon1, L J Hayes, L M Binder

  • 1Department of Psychology, University of Nevada, Reno 89557, USA.

Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis
|July 4, 1998
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This study taught self-control to adults with developmental disabilities. By gradually increasing delays for rewards, participants learned to choose larger, delayed reinforcers, improving self-control.

Area of Science:

  • Behavioral Psychology
  • Developmental Disabilities Research

Background:

  • Self-control is crucial for adaptive functioning.
  • Individuals with developmental disabilities often exhibit challenges with self-control, particularly regarding delayed gratification.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate a novel technique for teaching self-control.
  • To increase the selection of larger, delayed reinforcers over immediate, smaller ones in adults with developmental disabilities.

Main Methods:

  • A concurrent fixed-duration/progressive-duration reinforcement schedule was employed.
  • Participants initially chose immediate smaller reinforcers.
  • Gradual increases in delay requirements for larger reinforcers were introduced.

Main Results:

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  • Initially, all participants preferred immediate smaller reinforcers.
  • Following the introduction of progressive delays, participants consistently chose the larger, delayed reinforcer.
  • The technique successfully increased self-control behaviors.

Conclusions:

  • The implemented reinforcement schedule is effective in teaching self-control.
  • This method can enhance delayed gratification skills in adults with developmental disabilities.
  • The findings support the use of behavioral interventions to improve decision-making in this population.