April 2018 PMID 29473653

Manipulating parameters of reinforcement to reduce problem behavior without extinction.

S Shanun Kunnavatana, Sarah E Bloom, Andrew L Samaha, Timothy A Slocum, Casey J Clay

Mentions

3
Peak: 3 in Jul 2020
across 2 sources since Jul 2020

Extended reach

2,677
potential audience

Total likes

12

Video views

1,599

Mentions per month

Jul 2020 – Feb 2021

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions reflect strong interest and engagement, with comments referencing the potential to improve reinforcement strategies and generalize behavioral treatments, evident in phrases like 'make reinforcement more effective' and 'manipulating parameters of reinforcement.' The tone combines curiosity with an appreciation of the research's practical implications, indicating that these social discussions view the publication as a meaningful step forward.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions recognize the study's potential for improving behavioral interventions, as seen in comments like 'might find this interesting' and mentions of making reinforcement more effective.

InterestHigh interest

The presence of phrases such as 'you might find this interesting' and highlighting 'generalize for making reinforcement more effective' indicates a high level of curiosity and relevance to ongoing research or practical applications.

EngagementHigh engagement

Participants delve into the methodological implications, discussing optimizing reinforcement parameters and reducing reliance on extinction, demonstrating thoughtful engagement with the topic.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest that the research could influence future practices in behavior management, especially by providing alternative methods, though some reserve judgment regarding its broad impact yet.

Abstract in brief

  • This study explored how adjusting specific aspects of reinforcement, like quality, magnitude, and immediacy, can reduce problem behaviors without needing to use extinction, which can sometimes be difficult or counterproductive.
  • Researchers tested this approach on three participants to see how individual sensitivities to different reinforcement parameters affected treatment success, using arbitrary responses and reinforcers linked to problem behaviors.
  • The results showed that tailoring reinforcement parameters to each person’s sensitivities led to effective reduction of problem behaviors, especially when focusing on the parameters they were most responsive to, demonstrating an alternative method to traditional extinction-based treatments.

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Kerry Shea
@operantbaby · X

@CoreyJPeltier @imcommon @BrittanyHottPhD You might find this study interesting... Manipulating parameters of reinforcement to reduce problem behavior without extinction https://t.co/bf45mC6rdj ...Generalize for making reinforcement more effective in skill acquisition

Feb 22, 2021 · 1 like · 1,078 followers View post →

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Kerry Shea
@operantbaby · X

@CoreyJPeltier @imcommon @BrittanyHottPhD You might find this study interesting... Manipulating parameters of reinforcement to reduce problem behavior without extinction https://t.co/bf45mC6rdj ...Generalize for making reinforcement more effective in skill acquisition

Feb 22, 2021 · 1 like · 1,078 followers View post →