Behavior Modification for Persons with Developmental Disabilities: Treatments and Supports - Volume I

Edited by: Johnny L. Matson, Ph.D.; Rinita B. Laud, M.A.; Michael L. Matson

Description:

In the last few decades, the field of dual diagnosis as applied to those with intellectual disabilities has boasted a monumental surge in assessment devices and treatment approaches. These relatively recent advances include those in the development of behavior modification principles and procedures that have had a dramatic impact on services for individuals with intellectual disabilities. This book represents the first of two volumes that is designed to update readers on some of these many developments.

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Table of contents

312 pages, printed 2004. ISBN 1-57256-042-8

Foreword

History and Current Status of Applied Behavior Analysis in Developmental Disabilities

Behavior Support and Intervention: Current Issues and Practices in Developmental Disabilities

Models of Service Provision

Training and Supervising Direct Support Personnel to Carry Out Behavioral Procedures

Functional Analysis of Maladaptive Behaviors

Data Collection and Observation Systems

Rating Instruments

Self-Injurious Behavior in Mental Retardation

Stereotyped Acts

Treatment of Aggression and Related Disruptive Behaviors in Persons with Intellectual Disabilities and Mental Health Issues

Contributors

Category: Diagnosis and Assessment

Media: Book

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