ENC-U7D

Functional Analysis in Applied Behavior Analysis Student Full Name Institutional Affiliation Course Full Title Instructor Full Name Due date Functional Analysis in Applied Behavior Analysis Comparison of the Pros and Cons of Functional Analysis (FA) Pros Cons Identifies Specific Functions of Behavior Time-Consuming Provides clear, operational definitions of behavior Requires significant training and expertise Allows for hypothesis-driven interventions It can be ethically challenging if the behavior is severe Empirical data collection supports intervention efficacy May not generalize across settings or individuals Helps in developing individualized treatment plans Can be resource-intensive Reduces reliance on punishment-based interventions Risk of reinforcing the problem behavior during assessment Example of a Problem Behavior Demonstrating the Function of Behavior Problem Behavior A student, John, frequently leaves his seat and disrupts the class by making loud noises during math lessons. Identified Function The identified function of John's problem behavior is an escape from task demands. Identification Method John's behavior was assessed through a full functional behavioral assessment, both direct and indirect approaches. Indirect Assessment Interviews with John's teachers and parents revealed that his disruptive behavior occurred mainly during math lessons, with teachers noting a sharp contrast in behavior during more accessible subjects (Miltenberger, 2016). Paren...