Time-based lag sequential analysis and the functional assessment of challenging behaviour.
This paper describes the application of time-based lag sequential analysis to the functional assessment of challenging behaviours shown by people with severe learning disabilities. The potential uses of the approach are illustrated with regards to identifying: (1) aspects of the stimulus control of challenging behaviour; (2) antecedents to the occurrence of challenging behaviour; and (3) the environmental consequences of challenging behaviour. The uses and limitations of the approach are discussed.
Emerson
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Hester Adrian Research Centre, University of Manchester, England.
Reeves
D
D
Thompson
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S
Henderson
D
D
Robertson
J
J
Howard
D
D
D000293:Adolescent; D001521:Behavior Therapy; D002648:Child; D002653:Child Behavior Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000523:psychology* / Q000628:therapy; D004495:Education of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008607:Intellectual Disability / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000523:psychology* / Q000628:therapy; D008297:Male; D009042:Motivation; D012054:Reinforcement, Psychology; D016728:Self-Injurious Behavior / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000523:psychology / Q000628:therapy; D012931:Social Environment