July 2020 PMID 32266724

DRA contingencies promote improved tolerance to delayed reinforcement during FCT compared to DRO and fixed-time schedules.

Melissa A Drifke, Jeffrey H Tiger, Madelynn A Lillie

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Several discussions emphasize the benefits of DRA techniques, with phrases like 'promote improved tolerance' and 'better control over problem behaviors' indicating recognition of practical value. The tone is somewhat technical, referencing the study's focus but generally lacks detailed critique or debate, reflecting a moderate level of engagement and interest.

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The majority of discussions affirm the positive findings of the publication, highlighting that DRA contingencies indeed enhance tolerance to delayed reinforcement.

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Abstract in brief

DRA contingencies, which promote the use of functional communication, help individuals better tolerate delayed reinforcement compared to DRO and fixed-time schedules.
Gradually introducing delays in reinforcement during Functional Communication Training (FCT) can sometimes cause problem behaviors to increase and weaken the new communication responses.
The study found that requiring alternative responses during delays (DRA) led to better control over problem behaviors and maintained effective communication compared to other methods like just waiting or omitting problem behaviors.]

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Enhancing Delay Tolerance in Functional Communication Training with DRA Techniques

Weve sung the praises of functional communication training FCT on plenty of episodes However we're in the same boat as you when it comes time to start thinning the reinforcement schedule to use FCT in real life Luckily…

ABA Inside Track · Aug 26, 2020 1,886 views

Improving Reinforcement Tolerance with DRA in Functional Communication Training

DRA contingencies promote the use of functional communication, helping individuals better tolerate delayed reinforcement during FCT, leading to reduced problem behaviors compared to DRO and fixed-time schedules.

ABA Inside Track · Aug 5, 2020 78 views

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