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Question 1

What are the steps for extinction?

Answer 1

1) collect data
2) identify reinforcer
3) eliminate reinforcer for each instance
4) consider scheduler’s of reinforcement for problem behavior
5) reinforce alternative behaviors
6) promote generalization and maintenance

Question 2

What are the issues regarding whether extinction is feasible/recommended? How can you address these issues?

Answer 2

eliminate the reinforcer?

safe to use?

extinction burst be tolerated?

consistency be maintained?

Question 3

What is the role of extinction in behavior modification?

Answer 3

decreasing a problem behavior??

Question 4

When would you use extinction and when is it not indicated for use?

Answer 4

use it with differential reinforcement

when it’s safe, burst is tolerable, and can consistently maintain extinction

don’t use if it’s dangerous and can’t identify reinforcer

Question 5

How can you promote generalization of extinction?

Answer 5

easier if it was continuously reinforced

must be consistent in all circumstances