Core Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (QABA ABAT Exam Study Prep) (Part 3) 2023

What are the core principles of ABA? - ANSWER-• Basic Assumptions in behaviorism and behavior modification • Classical and operant conditioning, conditioned and unconditioned reinforcement and punishment • Three-part contingency: A-B-C • Foundational behavioral terminology • Reinforcement and punishment • Applied Verbal Behavior What is behaviorism? - ANSWER-•Tthe scientific study of human behavior. It's goal is to provide the basis for prediction and control of human behavior. • Behavior is strengthened or weakened by consequences, such as reinforcement and punishment. • Reinforcement works better than punishment. • All behavior is learned from the environment . What is behavior modification? - ANSWER-• The techniques used to decrease or increase a particular type of behavior or reaction. • This is done by replacing undesirable behaviors with more desirable ones through positive or negative reinforcement. Ex) Using a reward chart to increase a certain behavior, such as doing homework or chores. Ex) Withholding attention when the child is acting in undesirable ways and providing immediate positive attention when he begins behaving appropriately or simply praising the child when he engages in desirable behaviors. Who are the three major figures that led to the development of Behaviorism? - ANSWER-1. Ivan Pavlov 2. John B. Watson 3. B.F. Skinner Define Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA): - ANSWER-• The science in which the principles of the analysis of behavior are applied systematically to improve socially significant behavior; experimentation is used to identify the variables responsible for behavior change. • A well respected science that goes farther than autism. ABA is a way to teach, manage, or reduce behaviors for all living organisms, including groups.