Teaching Behavioral Therapists to Conduct Brief Preference Assessments during Therapy Sessions

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  • Author(s): Bishop, Michele R.; Kenzer, Amy L.
  • Language:
    English
  • Source:
    Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders. Jan-Mar 2012 6(1):450-457.
  • Physical Description:
    PDF
  • Publication Date:
    2012
  • 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:
      8
    • Subject Terms:
      Video Technology; Feedback (Response); Therapy; Behavior Modification; Allied Health Personnel; Group Instruction; Lecture Method; Role Models; Role Playing; Skill Development; Stimuli; Teaching Methods; Evaluation
    • Accession Number:
      10.1016/j.rasd.2011.07.005
    • ISSN:
      1750-9467
    • Abstract:
      The purpose of this study was to examine group classroom instruction and the need for in vivo feedback when teaching 11 behavioral therapists how to conduct a brief paired-stimulus preference assessment, when to conduct preference assessments, and how to interpret the data during regular therapy sessions. Group classroom instruction, consisting of lecture, video modeling, role-play and feedback with a simulated client, was sufficient for seven participants and in vivo feedback was necessary for four participants. Accurate performance was maintained at a 4 week follow-up for 8 participants. Data show that following skill acquisition there was an increase in the variety of stimuli assessed which presents an opportunity to identify diverse preferences. Additionally, each brief paired-stimulus preference assessment took less than 30 s to complete, suggesting that it is practical for therapists to regularly assess preference during their therapy sessions. (Contains 3 figures.)
    • Abstract:
      As Provided
    • Publication Date:
      2011
    • Accession Number:
      EJ947656