The convergent validity of the Questions About Behavioral Function scale and functional analysis for problem behavior displayed by individuals with autism spectrum disorder

2013 ◽  
Vol 34 (1) ◽  
pp. 11-16 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nicholas Watkins ◽  
John T. Rapp
Keyword(s):  
Autism Spectrum Disorder ◽  
Functional Analysis ◽  
Problem Behavior ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Autism Spectrum ◽  
Spectrum Disorder ◽  
Behavioral Function

scholarly journals Context-Based Assessment and Intervention for Problem Behavior in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder

2009 ◽  
Vol 33 (6) ◽  
pp. 707-742 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sanja I. Cale ◽  
Edward G. Carr ◽  
Audrey Blakeley-Smith ◽  
Jamie S. Owen-DeSchryver
Keyword(s):  
Autism Spectrum Disorder ◽  
Problem Behavior ◽  
Children With Autism ◽  
Autism Spectrum ◽  
Spectrum Disorder

Hair Cortisol and Self-Injurious Behavior Among Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder

2021 ◽  
Vol 126 (2) ◽  
pp. 158-166
Author(s):  
Andrea B. Courtemanche ◽  
William R. Black ◽  
Jerrold S. Meyer
Keyword(s):  
Autism Spectrum Disorder ◽  
Problem Behavior ◽  
Physiological Stress ◽  
Children With Autism ◽  
Autism Spectrum ◽  
Spectrum Disorder ◽  
Parent Ratings ◽  
Hair Cortisol ◽  
Hpa Axis Activity ◽  
The Relationship

Abstract Elevated salivary cortisol levels have been documented in individuals who engage in self-injurious behavior (SIB), indicating acute physiological stress. Less is known about the chronicity of stress and SIB. We analyzed the relationship between parent ratings of problem behavior and hair cortisol concentrations (an index of chronic adrenocortical activity) in 23 children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Parent ratings of problem behavior were not significantly correlated with hair cortisol concentrations. When children were categorized into groups based on the frequency and severity of SIB, participants with the greatest frequency and severity of SIB had higher hair cortisol concentrations compared to children without SIB. Frequent and severe SIB may be associated with altered hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis activity in children with ASD.

Evaluation of Free-operant Preference Assessment: Outcomes of Varying Session Duration and Problem Behavior

2020 ◽  
pp. 014544552092542
Author(s):  
Casey J. Clay ◽  
Brittany A. Schmitz ◽  
Anne M. Clohisy ◽  
Aqdas F. Haider ◽  
SungWoo Kahng
Keyword(s):  
Autism Spectrum Disorder ◽  
Problem Behavior ◽  
Preference Assessment ◽  
Autism Spectrum ◽  
Spectrum Disorder ◽  
Preference Assessments ◽  
Reinforcing Efficacy ◽  
Session Duration ◽  
Free Operant ◽  
Preferred Stimulus

Previous researchers have found brief versions of preference assessments correspond to outcomes of longer preference assessments, and that varying levels of problem behavior occur in different preference assessments. Researchers conducted two studies to examine 1-, 2-, and 5-min duration outcomes of the free-operant preference assessment and evaluated the correspondence between the shorter and longer session durations and to identify frequency of problem behavior at each duration. Researchers also assessed relative reinforcing efficacy of the highest preferred stimulus from the shortest duration sessions. Moderate to high correlations were found between the 1- and 2-min sessions and 1- and 5-min sessions across six of eight participants diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder in Study 1 and two of three participants in Study 2. Furthermore, all highest preference stimuli identified in the shortest duration assessment served as reinforcers. Researchers found problem behavior generally occurred more in longer duration sessions.

Parent-Implemented Trial-Based Functional Analysis for Young Children With ASD

2018 ◽  
Vol 34 (1) ◽  
pp. 29-40 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stephanie Gerow ◽  
Mandy Rispoli ◽  
Emily Gregori ◽  
Lisa Sanchez
Keyword(s):  
Autism Spectrum Disorder ◽  
Functional Analysis ◽  
Young Children ◽  
Challenging Behavior ◽  
Autism Spectrum ◽  
Spectrum Disorder ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Children With Asd ◽  
Function Based Intervention ◽  
Multiple Probe

There is growing support for the use of trial-based functional analysis (TBFA) in applied settings. The purpose of the present study was to assess the accuracy and social validity of parent-implemented TBFAs. The participants were three young children (ages 3–7 years old) with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their mothers. Each mother implemented the TBFA with coaching from a behavior consultant. Following the TBFA, parent-implemented function-based interventions were evaluated using a multiple-probe across parent–child dyads design. Child challenging behavior decreased and communication increased following the implementation of the function-based intervention. TBFAs required approximately 5 to 7 hr of consultant time, and each mother rated the TBFA as socially valid. The results of this study indicate parent-implemented TBFAs may be an accurate and socially valid method to evaluate the function of challenging behavior in homes. The discussion includes implications for practice and directions for future research.

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