Noncontingent reinforcement without extinction plus differential reinforcement of alternative behavior during treatment of problem behavior

2017 ◽  
Vol 50 (3) ◽  
pp. 590-599 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jennifer N. Fritz ◽  
Lynsey M. Jackson ◽  
Nicole A. Stiefler ◽  
Barbara S. Wimberly ◽  
Amy R. Richardson
Keyword(s):  
Problem Behavior ◽  
Differential Reinforcement ◽  
Noncontingent Reinforcement ◽  
Alternative Behavior

Systematic Review of Differential Reinforcement of Alternative Behavior Without Extinction for Individuals With Autism

2017 ◽  
Vol 42 (3) ◽  
pp. 398-421 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hannah L. MacNaul ◽  
Leslie C. Neely
Keyword(s):  
Problem Behavior ◽  
Challenging Behavior ◽  
Differential Reinforcement ◽  
Behavior Interventions ◽  
Promising Practices ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Alternative Behavior ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Reduced Problem ◽  
Extinction Component

The purpose of this article is to review the literature on differential reinforcement of alternative behavior procedures without extinction for individuals with autism. Using predetermined inclusion criteria, a total of 10 studies were included and summarized in terms of the following: (a) participant characteristics (e.g., sex, age, and diagnosis), (b) treatment setting, (c) problem behavior, (d) function, (e) alternative behavior, (f) intervention, (g) outcomes, and (h) conclusiveness of evidence. Of the 10 studies, nine demonstrated positive effects and one mixed effects. Five studies successfully reduced problem behavior by manipulating different reinforcement parameters (magnitude, immediacy, and quality) and four manipulated the schedule of reinforcement. One study had mixed results with two of the three participants requiring extinction. The findings of this review suggest that variations of differential reinforcement of alternative behavior interventions without an extinction component may be considered promising practices for the treatment of challenging behavior in individuals with autism.

Further evaluation of noncontingent reinforcement to treat mealtime problem behavior

2021 ◽  
Vol 36 (2) ◽  
pp. 514-521
Author(s):  
Jeanne Luis ◽  
Yanerys Leon ◽  
Claudia Campos
Keyword(s):  
Problem Behavior ◽  
Noncontingent Reinforcement

Treatment of Multiply Controlled Problem Behavior With Procedural Variations of Differential Reinforcement

2005 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 45-53 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pamela L. Neidert ◽  
Brian A. Iwata ◽  
Claudia L. Dozier
Keyword(s):  
Problem Behavior ◽  
Differential Reinforcement

Resurgence following traditional and interdependent differential reinforcement of alternative behavior.

2021 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
pp. 29-42
Author(s):  
Ashley M. Fuhrman ◽  
Wayne W. Fisher ◽  
Brian D. Greer ◽  
Timothy A. Shahan ◽  
Andrew R. Craig
Keyword(s):  
Differential Reinforcement ◽  
Alternative Behavior

scholarly journals Using Owner Return as a Reinforcer to Operantly Treat Separation-Related Problem Behavior in Dogs

Animals ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (7) ◽  
pp. 1110 ◽  
Author(s):  
Erica N. Feuerbacher ◽  
Kristy L. Muir
Keyword(s):  
Problem Behavior ◽  
Related Problem ◽  
Treatment Integrity ◽  
Differential Reinforcement ◽  
Destructive Behavior ◽  
Direct Observations ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Behavioral Issue ◽  
Mean Time ◽  
Behavioral Criteria

Separation-related problem behavior (SRPB) is a severe behavioral issue in which dogs engage in a variety of undesirable behaviors when the owner is absent, such as destructive behavior and excessive vocalization. Given the severity and high prevalence of SRPB, finding effective treatments is crucial. To date, most treatments have relied on habituation to increase tolerance to owner absence. Additionally, research has typically not utilized direct observations of the dog’s behavior and the treatment implemented with unknown treatment integrity. We evaluated an operant approach to SRPB using owner return as the reinforcer. After collecting baseline, we enrolled five dogs for treatment. Treatment involved differential reinforcement of either absence of problem behavior or occurrence of specific desirable behaviors. Behavioral criteria for delivering reinforcement changed based on the dog’s performance assessed through direct observation. We coached owners to ensure treatment integrity on each trial. From baseline, mean time to SRPB was 27.1 s. During treatment, all dogs increased their ability to stay alone without SRPB compared to baseline, indicating that contingent owner return can be a useful treatment. However, despite four training sessions, only one dog was able to stay alone for over 5 min. Our data demonstrate the slow-going progression of this SPRB treatment and the challenges of this behavioral issue.

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