Behaviour modification in custody Flashcards
1
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Based on the idea
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IF behaviour is learned it can be unlearned in the same way.
2
Q
Token economy
A
Desireable behaviours are reinforced with tokens (secondary reinforcers) which can be exchanged fro a reward (primary reinforcers) based on an agreed exchange rate.
3
Q
Miltenbergers 7 principles
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- traget behaviours established
- types of tokens
- reinforcers identified
- reinforcement schedule
- exchange criteria
- time/ place for exchange
- response cost.
4
Q
A typical programme
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Desired behavioural change is specified and broken down
Baseline rate of behaviour is measured
Reinforcement stratergy adopted
All staff under same programme
progress monitored and compared with baseline
5
Q
Strengths
A
Research support
125 males 12-15 in 4 cottages (1 control)
Increase in desired behaviour after token economy, no difference for control group
This could be the hawthawn effect