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Article
Minimizing resurgence of destructive behavior using behavioral momentum theory
Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis
(2018)
Abstract
The resurgence of destructive behavior can occur during functional communication training (FCT) if the alternative response contacts a challenge (e.g., extinction). Behavioral momentum theory (BMT) suggests that refinements to FCT could mitigate resurgence of destructive behavior during periods of extinction. Following a functional analysis and treatment with FCT, we combined three refinements to FCT (i.e., the use of a lean schedule of reinforcement for destructive behavior during baseline, a lean schedule for the alternative response during FCT, and an increase in the duration of treatment) and compared the magnitude of resurgence relative to a condition in which FCT was implemented in a traditional manner. Results suggested that the combination of these three refinements to FCT was successful in decreasing the resurgence of destructive behavior during an extinction challenge. We discuss the implications of these findings, as well as areas for future research.
Disciplines
Publication Date
October 1, 2018
DOI
10.1002/jaba.499
Citation Information
Wayne W. Fisher, Brian D. Greer, Ashley M. Fuhrman, Valdeep Saini, et al.. "Minimizing resurgence of destructive behavior using behavioral momentum theory" Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis Vol. 51 Iss. 4 (2018) p. 831 - 853 Available at: http://works.bepress.com/christina-simmons/13/