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This paper reviews two learning theory-based models of experiential contributions to depression: response contingent positive reinforcement and learned helplessness. The authors argue that these models connect to a phenomenon that may explain why symptoms of behavioral excess (e.g. rumination) often occur in depression that is otherwise marked by symptoms of behavioral deficit (e.g. anhedonia). Specifically, the authors illustrate that that concept of schedule strain (or low rates of response contingent reinforcement giving rise to low frequencies of behavior) unites these models. Depression is more likely, or more severe, when schedule strain conditions occur in situations containing reinforcers important to the individual and/or when they simultaneously occur in a number of situations. Conditions of schedule strain are known to give rise to adjunctive behaviors: apparently irrelevant, easy behaviors that deliver immediate reinforcement. This paper suggests that, for some depressed individuals, behavioral excess symptoms like rumination and overeating might serve adjunctive functions. Implications of this hypothesis are discussed. Show
The practice of evidence-based treatment of challenging behavior in autism has been heavily influenced by the application of principles and practices based on the experimental analysis of behavior, and particularly applied behavior analysis, to deficits or excesses in the behavioral repertoire of individuals with autism, Asperger Syndrome, and related pervasive developmental disorders. Indeed, for over 50 years, the learning principles established by Skinner (1938, 1953) and others have guided both the assessment and intervention process, evolving systematically as new findings are published and replicated. Keywords
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Rights and permissionsReprints and Permissions Copyright information© 2011 Springer Science+Business Media, LLC About this chapterCite this chapterPowers, M.D., Palmieri, M.J., D’Eramo, K.S., Powers, K.M. (2011). Evidence-Based Treatment of Behavioral Excesses and Deficits for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders. In: Reichow, B., Doehring, P., Cicchetti, D., Volkmar, F. (eds) Evidence-Based Practices and Treatments for Children with Autism. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4419-6975-0_4 What are examples of behavioral deficits?Behavior deficit refers to an absence or low frequency of appropriate oper- ant or respondent behaviors. Examples of behavior deficits include remaining silent instead of speaking up for one's rights, attending work sporadically, turning in few class assignments, and lack of sexual arousal to a spouse.
What are behavior deficits?the lack of certain age-specific aspects of behavior in an individual, who is therefore not developmentally on target.
What challenges can children with autism face related to behavioral excesses and deficits?In addition, children with autism may exhibit odd emotional behavior that is not easily understood by others. children with autism's social fears can manifest as compulsive behaviors and/or aggression. Many require order and routine to be maintained as they transition from one activity to another.
What is a behavioral deficit quizlet?A behavioral deficit is when an individual has a deficiency or inability to perform a certain behavior. An example would be someone that can't multitask with simple duties.
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