Case 1: Blake routinely checks the coin return slots of the vending machines that he passes. Sometimes he finds change in the coin returns.…
Oates, J., Lewis, C., and Lamb, M. (2005), ‘Animal Studies’, in Ding, S. and Littleton, K. (eds) Children’s Personal and Social development, Oxford, Blackwell/The Open University.…
Substance Abuse Concerns. Low scorers have no problems with alcohol and/or illegal drugs. High scorers report substantial use of alcohol and/or illegal drugs and may be disruptive.…
The more consistent an individual is on all status dimensions, the greater the degree of _____ for the individual.…
Maria target behavior is she suffers extreme fear of social situation to the point she avoids reunions with friends and co-workers and prefers isolation to avoid anxiety. Maria is afraid to be exposing to social situation some of unpleasant response are fast heart beat, sweaty palms, and nauseous stomach. The expose of social event is Maria (CS)- fear and the avoid of collage parties is the (CR).…
Behavior modification is field within psychology that specializes in identifying relationships between a specific behavior and environmental events as well as creating and instituting procedures that help individuals to change a particular behavior. When behavior analysts conduct research they use research designs that help them to identify whether a change in the targeted behavior or dependent variable was result of implementation of a specific treatment plan or independent variable (Miltenberger, 2008). This paper addresses the use of research design methods in a case study involving Martin, an ABA psychologist, who has implemented a treatment plan for his patient, a 14 year old girl named Sara that exhibits self-injurious behaviors.…
P: Charles will identify and eliminate the pattern of acting out, disruptive, and negative attention-seeking behaviors when facing difficulty or frustration in learning. A: MHP taught Charles how to use progressive relaxation and guided imagery techniques to stimulate a sense of calmness and decrease the intensity of his angry feelings. MHP taught Charles efficient communication and assertiveness skills to convey anger in a controlled fashion and to meet his needs through more practical actions. MHP educated Charles about appropriate behavior. MHP taught Charles conflict resolution skills. MHP provided a worksheet on anger management. MHP demonstrated the appropriate way to manger a confrontational situation. I: Charles appeared to be…
Behavioral Detectives was writing by Drs. Bobby Newman and Dana R. Reinecke. Together the two have written several books in the field of ABA. Bobby Newman, PhD works as an author, psychologist, a certified personal trainer, as well as being a certified behavior analyst (BCBA) (“Bobby Newman”, 2012). His focus is primarily on children who are on the Autism spectrum. Dr. Newman has been working in these fields for over 25 years. He offers a variety of services including: diagnostics & evaluations, home programs, crisis intervention training, etc (“Bobby Newman”, 2012). Bobby Newman, PhD works around the world to provide treatment, training, and consultation.…
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a common diagnosis given to children and adult. According to webmd.com, “Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a condition in which a person has trouble paying attention and focusing on tasks, tends to act without thinking, and has trouble sitting still. It may begin in early childhood and can continue into adulthood.” This website also informed me that without treatment and individuals life will have problems, from school, to work, and even their relationships. Another common misconception is that ADHD was once known as ADD. There are treatment options for this disorder, but no cure, the treatment options…
Much has been studied on Autism. While doing research this reader viewed articles on behavior, coping skills, children’s development (including social skills) and therapies relating to Autism. Evidence behind Applied Behavioral Analysis Therapy suggests that starting children early in a therapy setting gives them a better chance at a more “normal” life.…
Since a high number of adolescents have used alcohol or another drug by the time they have reached the 12th grade, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that providers provide alcohol screening and counseling to all adolescents (Levy & Knight, 2009). A screening tool that can be used is the CRAFFT tool, which is a behavior screening tool for children under the age of 21 to screen for high risk alcohol and other drug use disorders. The tool consists of 6 questions, and CRAFFT is a mnemonic acronym of the first letters of key words in the six questions, so it is a short, effective screening tool that can be administer by pediatric healthcare providers. The tool will help the provider discover if a disorder is present, and then a…
The Anti-Cruelty Group is split up into different divisions to break down the range of complications in the world of animal abuse. The seven areas of the group are Field Investigators and Response, Humane Law Enforcement, Forensic Sciences and Anti-Cruelty Projects, ASPCA Behavioral Rehabilitation Center, Anti-Cruelty Behavior Team, Government Relations, Legal Advocacy, and Strategy and Campaigns. A specific crew known as Field Investigators keep in contact with businesses, organizations, and law enforcement in order to acquire a net of safety to provide the needs of a situation. They also handle confirmation from crimes as well as the people involved. The Forensic Science and Anti-Cruelty Projects Group accords tutelage to inform the citizenry of animal rights. The ASPCA Rehabilitation Center focuses on animals that need help becoming gregarious. These are pets and animals that may have come from harsh situations or environments. The focus is on overcoming trauma. The Behavior Team works closely with the Rehabilitation Center to suggest a proper plan for these animals. Government Relations takes action to contrive laws and bills concerning the well-being of animals. Then Legal Advocacy comes in and supports and assists the cases. The ASPCA accommodates a group dedicated to raising…
Johnny has repeated patterns that interfere with prosoccial interactions with his peers and adults. Johnny engages is aggressive behaviors in the manner of biting his fellow classmates and pinching his teacher during one-on-one instruction. Aggressive behaviors in older children may be a result in never having learned appropriate non-aggressive behaviors (Munson, 2015). The cause of the behaviors may be due to any assortment of reasons. A Functional Behavior Assessment will collect and analyze data to interpret, the purpose and intent behind Johnny’s behaviors.…
In the third week of Biological psychology, or at is otherwise known, Psy340, each team in the class was assigned to do a presentation of an illness. While the team I was on concentrated on Bipolar disorder, the other teams chose to do something else entirely, which was just fine since it would be pointless doing an evaluation. After looking at the presentation that the other teams had done, I had decided on Team C’s Presentation of Huntington’s Disease. The main reason I chose to do the presentation on Huntington’s disease that I know next to nothing on Huntington’s…
From a young age, I relished the time I spent with, or near, any animal. I used to sit outside and watch as birds and squirrels searched meticulously for food, then ran around chasing each other playfully in my backyard, wondering what their lives were like and how different, or similar, were their lives from mine? I would spend numerous hours teaching my dog tricks, and I wouldn’t give up without him completing the task, or at the very least, having made some progress in doing so. And every afternoon, during fourth and fifth grade, I read to my rabbits, bemuse my mother told me they adored stories; this, I later realized, played a large role in me becoming proficient in English in less than two years, and also in developing my love for books…