The Effects of a Brushing Procedure on Stereotypical Behavior

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  • Author(s): Davis, Tonya N.; Durand, Shannon; Chan, Jeffrey M.
  • Language:
    English
  • Source:
    Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders. Jul-Sep 2011 5(3):1053-1058.
  • Physical Description:
    PDF
  • Publication Date:
    2011
  • Document Type:
    Journal Articles
    Reports - Research
  • Additional Information
    • Availability:
      Elsevier. 6277 Sea Harbor Drive, Orlando, FL 32887-4800. Tel: 877-839-7126; Tel: 407-345-4020; Fax: 407-363-1354; e-mail: [email protected]; Web site: http://www.elsevier.com
    • Peer Reviewed:
      Y
    • Source:
      6
    • Subject Terms:
      Behavior Modification; Behavior Problems; Autism; Children; Males; Functional Behavioral Assessment; Reinforcement; Intervention; Outcomes of Treatment
    • Accession Number:
      10.1016/j.rasd.2010.11.011
    • ISSN:
      1750-9467
    • Abstract:
      In this study we analyzed the effects of a brushing protocol on stereotyped behavior of a young boy with autism. First, a functional analysis was conducted which showed that the participant's stereotypy was maintained by automatic reinforcement. Next, the Wilbarger Protocol, a brushing intervention, was implemented. An ABA design was implemented in which the participant was observed during four phases: (a) baseline, prior to the administration of the brushing protocol; (b) week 3 of implementation of the brushing protocol; (c) week 5 of implementation; and (d) 6 months after the discontinuation of the brushing protocol. Findings suggest that the brushing protocol had no marked affect on levels of stereotypy. (Contains 2 figures.)
    • Abstract:
      As Provided
    • Publication Date:
      2011
    • Accession Number:
      EJ917086