Behaviour modification in custody

Question 1

Based on the idea

Answer 1

IF behaviour is learned it can be unlearned in the same way.

Question 2

Token economy

Answer 2

Desireable behaviours are reinforced with tokens (secondary reinforcers) which can be exchanged fro a reward (primary reinforcers) based on an agreed exchange rate.

Question 3

Miltenbergers 7 principles

Answer 3

1. traget behaviours established
2. types of tokens
3. reinforcers identified
4. reinforcement schedule
5. exchange criteria
6. time/ place for exchange
7. response cost.

Question 4

A typical programme

Answer 4

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

Question 5

Strengths

Answer 5

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