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Publication Date: 2005
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Stereotypy I: A Review of Behavioral Assessment and Treatment
Rapp, John T.; Vollmer; Timothy R.
Research in Developmental Disabilities: A Multidisciplinary Journal, v26 n6 p527-547 Nov-Dec 2005
In this paper, we review definitional issues related to stereotypy, behavioral interpretations of stereotypy, procedures for determining operant function(s) of stereotypy, and behavioral interventions for stereotypy. In general, a preponderance of the assessment literature suggests that most forms of stereotypy are maintained by automatic reinforcement. Review of the treatment literature suggests that antecedent (e.g., environmental enrichment) and consequent (e.g., differential reinforcement of alternative behavior) interventions produce at least short-term reductions in stereotypy. Suggestions for further assessment and treatment of stereotypy are provided.
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Literature Reviews, Intervention, Developmental Disabilities, Social Reinforcement, Behavior Disorders
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