Portfolio Part B: Comprehensive Study Guide: Check Point 3
SPCE 611: Research Methods for Behavior Analysis
BACB 6th Edition Test Content Outline Items to Cover
G.17. Design and evaluate positive and negative punishment (e.g.,
time-out, response cost, overcorrection).
H.4. Plan for and attempt to mitigate possible unwanted effects when
using reinforcement, extinction, and punishment procedures.
G.11. Shape dimensions of behavior.
G.12. Select and implement chaining procedures.
Outline
In this section, provide a comprehensive outline for the BACB Test Content Outline items
above. You may only use content from this course. You may use your textbook, assigned
articles, lectures, or instructional materials. You may not use content from outside of this
course.
G.17 Positive and negative punishment are techniques used in behavior modification to
decrease or eliminate undesirable behaviors.
Positive Punishment involves adding an unfavorable consequence or stimulus following
undesirable behavior to decrease its future occurrence.
Example: Overcorrection
If a child writes on the walls, they might be required to clean the wall they marked and
additional walls consequently.
When used regularly and right after the conduct, overcorrection can be beneficial. It ought to
be reasonable and not excessive in relation to the conduct. Making sure the penalty isn't
damaging or humiliating is one of the ethical issues.
Negative Punishment involves removing a desirable stimulus after a behavior to decrease the
likelihood of that behavior occurring in the future.
Example: Time-Out
A child who hits another child during playtime might be removed from play area for a short
period.
If the child knows why they are being put in time-out, it is applied consistently, and it is brief,
then it can be beneficial. The child should not be kept alone for too long, as this could have
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, negative effects on their development.
Example: Response Cost
A student loses a token or point from a reward system for speaking out of turn in class.
When the loss is obvious and happens right away, response cost works. The person should
have reasonable expectations regarding the cost and the system's explanation before
committing.
H.4 Reinforcement
Satiation
Vary the type of reinforcement to prevent satiation
Use a reinforcement schedule that varies over time, like VR or VI
Accidental Reinforcement of Undesired Behaviors
Monitor the behaviors closely and reinforce only the target behavior.
Consistently reinforce only the desired behavior and avoid accidental reinforcement.
Dependency on Reinforcement
Gradually move from continuous to intermittent reinforcement.
Build naturalist reinforcement contingencies to promote maintenance.
Extinction
Extinction Burst
Be prepared for an increase in the undesirable behavior initially
Remain consistent in not reinforcing the behavior during the burst and provide an
alternative behavior with reinforcement.
Emotional Response
Implement in a controlled environment and prepare for possible frustration or
aggression
Teach alternative coping strategies and reinforce calm behavior
Spontaneous Recovery
Be aware that the behavior might return temporarily
Do not reinforce the behavior if it re-emerges, and it should naturally decrease over
time.
Punishment
Negative Emotional Effects
Use the least invasive form of punishment
Pair punishment with teaching and reinforcing positive alternatives
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SPCE 611: Research Methods for Behavior Analysis
BACB 6th Edition Test Content Outline Items to Cover
G.17. Design and evaluate positive and negative punishment (e.g.,
time-out, response cost, overcorrection).
H.4. Plan for and attempt to mitigate possible unwanted effects when
using reinforcement, extinction, and punishment procedures.
G.11. Shape dimensions of behavior.
G.12. Select and implement chaining procedures.
Outline
In this section, provide a comprehensive outline for the BACB Test Content Outline items
above. You may only use content from this course. You may use your textbook, assigned
articles, lectures, or instructional materials. You may not use content from outside of this
course.
G.17 Positive and negative punishment are techniques used in behavior modification to
decrease or eliminate undesirable behaviors.
Positive Punishment involves adding an unfavorable consequence or stimulus following
undesirable behavior to decrease its future occurrence.
Example: Overcorrection
If a child writes on the walls, they might be required to clean the wall they marked and
additional walls consequently.
When used regularly and right after the conduct, overcorrection can be beneficial. It ought to
be reasonable and not excessive in relation to the conduct. Making sure the penalty isn't
damaging or humiliating is one of the ethical issues.
Negative Punishment involves removing a desirable stimulus after a behavior to decrease the
likelihood of that behavior occurring in the future.
Example: Time-Out
A child who hits another child during playtime might be removed from play area for a short
period.
If the child knows why they are being put in time-out, it is applied consistently, and it is brief,
then it can be beneficial. The child should not be kept alone for too long, as this could have
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, negative effects on their development.
Example: Response Cost
A student loses a token or point from a reward system for speaking out of turn in class.
When the loss is obvious and happens right away, response cost works. The person should
have reasonable expectations regarding the cost and the system's explanation before
committing.
H.4 Reinforcement
Satiation
Vary the type of reinforcement to prevent satiation
Use a reinforcement schedule that varies over time, like VR or VI
Accidental Reinforcement of Undesired Behaviors
Monitor the behaviors closely and reinforce only the target behavior.
Consistently reinforce only the desired behavior and avoid accidental reinforcement.
Dependency on Reinforcement
Gradually move from continuous to intermittent reinforcement.
Build naturalist reinforcement contingencies to promote maintenance.
Extinction
Extinction Burst
Be prepared for an increase in the undesirable behavior initially
Remain consistent in not reinforcing the behavior during the burst and provide an
alternative behavior with reinforcement.
Emotional Response
Implement in a controlled environment and prepare for possible frustration or
aggression
Teach alternative coping strategies and reinforce calm behavior
Spontaneous Recovery
Be aware that the behavior might return temporarily
Do not reinforce the behavior if it re-emerges, and it should naturally decrease over
time.
Punishment
Negative Emotional Effects
Use the least invasive form of punishment
Pair punishment with teaching and reinforcing positive alternatives
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