Clinical Use of Schedules of Reinforcement

These flashcards cover key concepts related to schedules of reinforcement used in clinical settings, focusing on Continuous, Fixed Ratio, Variable Ratio, Interval, Duration, Time, and Conjunctive schedules.

What schedule of reinforcement should be used when teaching behaviors not in the behaver's repertoire?

Continuous Schedule of Reinforcement (CRF) should be used.

What is an example of when to use a Continuous Schedule of Reinforcement?

Reinforcing compliance with instructional tasks during the initial implementation of behavior reduction plans.

Under what conditions are Fixed Ratio Schedules difficult to use in clinical settings?

Because they require keeping track of the number of responses with high fidelity.

What are examples of skills that can be taught using a Continuous Schedule of Reinforcement?

Teaching verbal behaviors and complex daily living skills.

What is the characteristic of a Variable Ratio Schedule compared to Fixed Ratio Schedules?

Variable Ratio Schedules require a written schedule to avoid high procedural errors.

Why is it important to provide a written Variable Ratio Schedule to implementers?

To reduce the likelihood of procedural errors in reinforcement delivery.

When should Fixed or Variable Ratio Schedules be used?

When teaching complex skills and maintaining already acquired skills.

What kind of behaviors are Duration Schedules used to increase?

Behaviors that require continuous occurrence without prompts before reinforcement.

When would Time Schedules be utilized in behavior management?

When implementing NCR procedures to reduce maintaining problem behaviors.

What type of schedule is recommended for teaching play skills to interfere with problem behaviors?

Interval schedules help deliver reinforcers effectively while managing behavior.

What is an example of a situation where a Conjunctive Schedule may be used?

To increase the rate of responding when a client needs to tact items more quickly.

What is the purpose of Alternative Schedules in behavioral reinforcement?

To provide quick access to reinforcers for appropriate behaviors.