The impact of functional analysis methodology on treatment choice for self-injurious and aggressive behavior

Author(s): Morren, J., Tesch, D., Axelrod, S.

Journal/Book: J Appl Behav Anal. 1999; 32: Dept Human Development, Univ Kansas, Lawrence, KS 66045, USA. Journal Appl Behav Anal. 185-195.

Abstract: Self-injurious behavior (SIB) and aggression have been the concern of researchers because of the serious impact these behaviors have on individuals' lives. Despite the plethora of research on the treatment of SIE and aggressive behavior, the reported findings have been inconsistent regarding the effectiveness of reinforcement-based versus punishment-based procedures. We conducted a literature review to determine whether a trend could be detected in researchers' selection of reinforcement-based procedures versus punishment-based procedures, particularly since The introduction of functional analysis to behavioral assessment. The data are consistent with predictions made in the past regarding the potential impact of functional analysis methodology. Specifically, the findings indicate that, once maintaining variables for problem behavior are identified, experimenters tend to choose reinforcement-based procedures rather than punishment-based procedures as treatment for both SIE and aggressive behavior. Results indicated an increased interest in studies on the treatment of SIE and aggressive behavior, particularly since 1388.

Note: Editorial Axelrod S, Temple Univ, CITE Dept 003 00, 13th St & Montgomery Ave, Philadelphia,PA 19122 USA

Keyword(s): retrospective analysis; functional analysis; self-injurious behavior; aggression; functional communication training; PUNISHMENT; EXTINCTION; ATTENTION; CHILDREN

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