Document Type

Dissertation

College

College of Arts and Sciences

Department

Psychology

Degree

PhD in Behavior Analysis

Dissertation Defense Date

2017

First Committee Member

Bourret, Jason C.

Second Committee Member

Sassi, Jessica

Third Committee Member

Hanley, Gregory

Additional Committee Member(s)

Thompson, Rachel

Abstract

"Studies have shown that peer attention can maintain problem behavior in typically developing children; however, very little research has been conducted on the effects of contingent peer attention on problem behavior in individuals diagnosed with autism or related intellectual disabilities. The purpose of the current study was to evaluate the prevalence and function of peer attention that occurs following problem behavior in individuals diagnosed with intellectual disabilities. Reported prevalence was investigated through teacher report on the delivery and receipt of peer attention. Observed prevalence was investigated through a descriptive assessment. The function of peer attention was assessed using modified functional analyses. Peer attention was commonly reported and observed, however, peer attention was not identified as a maintaining variable for problem behavior."

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