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ERIC Number: EJ1342292
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2022-Aug
Pages: 12
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ISSN: ISSN-0162-3257
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Using Functional Communication Training to Reduce Self-Injurious Behavior for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Alakhzami, Maryam; Chitiyo, Morgan
Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, v52 n8 p3586-3597 Aug 2022
Children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) have a high risk of developing self-injurious behavior (SIB), which is often a result of deficits in communication skills. The use of functional communication training (FCT) to address SIB maintained by negative reinforcement among children with ASD is supported by an emerging trend of behavioral research. The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of FCT on the SIB of children with ASD and to find out if the results would be maintained during periods of nonreinforcement. The results indicated significant reduction in SIB for all three participants and maintained for over two weeks following the withdrawal of the intervention. However, resurgence of SIB occurred when extinction was implemented for all participants.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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