Peer attention for problem behavior of persons with intellectual disabilities : prevalence and relevance

Document Type

Thesis

College

College of Arts and Sciences

Department

Psychology

Degree

M.S. Applied Behavior Analysis

Date Completed

2017

First Committee Member

Bourret, Jason

Second Committee Member

N/A

Third Committee Member

N/A

Abstract

"Studies have shown that peer attention can maintain problem behavior in typically developing children; however, very little research has been conducted on the effects of contingent peer attention on problem behavior in individuals diagnosed with autism or related intellectual disabilities. The purpose of the current study was to evaluate the prevalence and function of peer attention that occurs following problem behavior in individuals diagnosed with intellectual disabilities. Reported prevalence was investigated through teacher report on the delivery and receipt of peer attention. Observed prevalence was investigated through a descriptive assessment. The function of peer attention was assessed using modified functional analyses. Peer attention was commonly reported and observed, however, peer attention was not identified as a maintaining variable for problem behavior."

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