Gregory J. Madden, Derek D. Reed, Florence D. Digennaro Reed

An Introduction to Behavior Analysis (eBook, PDF)

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Produktbeschreibung

AN INTRODUCTION TO BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS Explore a fascinating introductory treatment of the principles of behavior analysis written by three leading voices in the field An Introduction to Behavior Analysis delivers an engaging and comprehensive introduction to the concepts and applications for graduate students of behavior analysis. Written from the ground up to capture and hold student interest, the book keeps its focus on practical issues. The book offers readers sound analyses of Pavlovian and operant learning, reinforcement and punishment, motivation and stimulus control, language and rule-following, decision-making and clinical behavior analysis. With fully up to date empirical research references and theoretical content, An Introduction to Behavior Analysis thoroughly justifies every principle it describes with empirical support and explicitly points out where more data are required. The text encourages students to analyze their own experiences and some foundational findings in the field in a way that minimizes jargon and maximizes engagement. Readers will also benefit from the inclusion of: * A clear articulation and defense of the philosophical assumptions and overarching goals of behavior analysis. * A thorough description of objective data collection, experimental methods, and data analysis in the context of psychology * An exploration of the core principles of behavior analysis, presented at a level comprehensible to an introductory audience * A broad array of principles that cover issues as varied as language, substance-use disorders, and common psychological disorders Perfect for students taking their first course in behavior analysis or behavior modification, An Introduction to Behavior Analysis will also earn a place in the libraries of students pursuing certification through the Behavior Analysis Certification Board or taking courses in the applied psychological sciences.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: John Wiley & Sons
• Seitenzahl: 464
• Erscheinungstermin: 15. April 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781119126553
• Artikelnr.: 61663615

Autorenporträt

Gregory J. Madden, PhD, is a Professor of Psychology at Utah State University. His research foci are on impulsivity, drug-taking, pollution control, and health decision-making. He was Editor-in-Chief of the APA Handbook of Behavior Analysis and the Journal of the Experimental Analysis of Behavior. He is a Fellow of the Association for Behavior Analysis International. Derek D. Reed, PhD, BCBA-D, is a Professor of Applied Behavioral Science at the University of Kansas. His research applies behavioral economic concepts to inform public policy and address issues of societal importance. He has served as Associate Editor for The Psychological Record, Behavior Analysis in Practice, Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, and Journal of the Experimental Analysis of Behavior. Florence D. DiGennaro Reed, PhD, BCBA-D, is an Associate Professor of Applied Behavioral Science at the University of Kansas. Her research examines effective and efficient staff training and performance improvement practices in human service settings. She also conducts translational research in on-campus laboratory facilities. Dr. DiGennaro Reed has served as Associate Editor for Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, Journal of Behavioral Education, and Behavior Analysis in Practice.

Inhaltsangabe

AN INTRODUCTION TO BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS

Note: Each chapter includes several brief fill-in-the-blank reading quizzes with answers provided at the back of each chapter.

Chapter 1 - An Introduction to Behavior Analysis-

What Is Behavior? 1

What Is Behavior Analysis? 3

The Assumptions of Behavior Analysis- 6

Scientific Method- 12

What are the Determinants of Behavior? - 15

The Activities of Behavior Analysis? - 17

Summary - 20

Chapter 2: Understanding Behavioral Research

Variables - 24

Correlation vs. Causation - 24

Experiments - 25

Measuring Behavior - 27

Outcome Recording - 33

Event Recording - 36

Interval Recording - 39

Duration Recording - 41

Summary - 43

Chapter 3: Experimental Designs in Behavior Analysis

Group Experimental Designs - 49

Single-Subject Experimental Designs - 51

Comparison (A-B) Design- 52

Reversal (A-B-A) Design- 54

Alternating- Treatments Design- 55

Multiple- Baseline Designs- 57

Did Behavior Change- Visual Analysis of Time-Series Data - 64

Summary - 76

Chapter 4: Phylogenetic Behavior and Pavlovian Learning

Phylogenetically Select Behavior- 83

Pavlovian Learning - 86

Pavlovian Conditioning of Emotions - 89

What is Learned During Pavlovian Conditioning? - 93

Principles of Effective Pavlovian Conditioning- 95

Generalization - 101

Pavlovian- Extinction-Based Therapy - 103

Extra Box 1 Posttraumatic Stress Disorder in Military Veterans - 107

Pavlovian Conditioning in Everyday Life - 108

Summary - 111

Chapter 5: Operant Learning I: Reinforcement

Operant Behavior - 117

Response- Consequence Contingencies - 119

Noncontingent Consequences - 122

Changing Behavior with Contingent Consequences - 124

Extra Box: Noncontingent Consequences in North Korea - 125

Reinforcers, Reinforcement, and Rewards - 126

The Discovery of Reinforcement- 127

How to Tell if a Consequence Functions as a Reinforcer - 128

From Puzzle Boxes to Skinner Boxes - 130

Response Variability: Exploring and Exploiting - 131

Extra Box 2: Add Some Variability to Your Life - 132

The Generic Nature of Operant Behavior - 133

Not Every Consequence Functions as a Reinforcer -134

Reinforcement in Social Media and Video Games - 137

Summary - 138

Chapter 6: Operant Learning II: Positive and Negative Reinforcement

Positive and Negative Reinforcement - 143

Positive Reinforcement - 143

Negative Reinforcement - 146

Extra Box: What is the Consequence in SRA-? 151

Positive or Negative Reinforcement, Is There Really a Difference? 153

Using Reinforcement to Positively Influence Behavior - 155

Reinforcement in the Workplace - 156

Three Objections to Reinforcement - 157

Theories of Reinforcement - 162

Summary - 165

Chapter 7: Extinction and Differential Reinforcement

Operant Extinction Following Positive Reinforcement - 170

Operant Extinction Following Negative Reinforcement - 171

How Quickly Will Operant Extinction Work? - 174

Spontaneous Recovery of Operant Behavior - 175

Extra Box: How Extinction Informs Theories of Reinforcement - 177

Extinction- Induced Emotional Behavior -179

Extinction Burst - 179<