Abstract
We summarize a series of bidirectional research studies that demonstrate the persistencestrengthening effects of differential reinforcement of alternative behavior on problem behavior. We model a possible solution to this problem with rats followed by replication with a human clinical population. The importance of coordinated basic and applied research to stimulate new behavioral technologies is emphasized.
| Original language | English (US) |
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| Pages (from-to) | 293-300 |
| Number of pages | 8 |
| Journal | Behavior Analyst |
| Volume | 32 |
| Issue number | 2 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - 2009 |
Keywords
- Behavioral momentum
- Differential reinforcement of alternative behavior
- Resistance to change
- Translational research