Domain H

What are requirements for intervention goals?

They must be observable, measurable, and socially significant (Cooper et al., 2019, p. 186).

Why focus on socially significant goals?

Because they improve quality of life and independence (Cooper et al., 2019, p. 186).

How should interventions be selected?

Based on assessment results and scientific evidence (Cooper et al., 2019, p. 188).

Why avoid untested treatments?

They may waste resources and harm clients (Cooper et al., 2019, p. 188).

What is contextual fit in intervention?

Intervention aligns with client’s values, culture, and environment (Cooper et al., 2019, p. 190).

Why is contextual fit important?

It increases likelihood of consistent implementation (Cooper et al., 2019, p. 190).

What are replacement behaviors?

Alternative skills that serve the same function as problem behavior (Cooper et al., 2019, p. 302).

Teaching a child to request breaks instead of tantrums is?

Functional replacement behavior (Cooper et al., 2019, p. 302).

What must be considered with reinforcement, extinction, and punishment?

Possible unwanted effects like aggression or bursts (Cooper et al., 2019, p. 305).

Why warn caregivers about extinction bursts?

Because behavior may temporarily increase before decreasing (Cooper et al., 2019, p. 305).

What is procedural integrity?

Extent to which procedures are implemented as planned (Cooper et al., 2019, p. 205).

How can procedural integrity be assessed?

Through fidelity checklists and direct observation (Cooper et al., 2019, p. 205).

What drives decision-making in ABA?

Ongoing analysis of graphed client data (Cooper et al., 2019, p. 145).

A BCBA changes a program after flat data trends. What is this?

Data-based decision-making (Cooper et al., 2019, p. 145).

Why collaborate with others in intervention?

It ensures consistency, generalization, and social validity (Cooper et al., 2019, p. 720).

A BCBA works with teachers and parents to reinforce the same skill. What is this?

Collaboration for treatment integrity (Cooper et al., 2019, p. 720).