Effects ofa fixed-time schedule on aberrant and adaptive behavior

Henry S. Roane, Wayne W. Fisher, Gina M. Sgro

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Abstract

Fixed-time (FT) schedules of reinforcement have been used to decrease destructive behavior. However, the effects of FT schedules on acquisition and maintenance of appropriate behavior remain unclear. In this study, we present a case in which an FT schedule produced an increase in adaptive behavior and resulted in a significant decrease in destructive behavior.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)333-336
Number of pages4
JournalJournal of applied behavior analysis
Volume34
Issue number3
DOIs
StatePublished - 2001
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Adaptive behavior
  • Destructive behavior
  • Fixed-time schedules
  • Pervasive developmental disorder

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Philosophy
  • Sociology and Political Science
  • Applied Psychology

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