Discuss a behavioral cusp

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Discuss whether the operational definition of the target behavior meets the requirements of being objective, clear, and complete. What feedback can you provide?

According to Wolf's (1978) conceptualization, review whether the case has been made that the goal (i.e., changing that target behavior) is socially valid and provide any additional feedback.

Discuss whether the target behavior could be considered a "behavioral cusp" as defined by Bosch and Fuqua (2001).

Sam a young boy, age 5, has just been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. He has been referred to me for assessment. The behavior that is being targeted for reduction is inappropriate language. When operationally defining a behavior, the definition needs to be clear, concise, and easy to understand (Cooper et al., 2019). This allows for more accurate data taking and tracking reduction in the target behavior (Cooper et al., 2019). Inappropriate language is defined as: Any instance of Sam engaging in vocal behavior that uses swear words. The target behavior occurs when Sam has difficulty completing tasks independently, or when he is upset. This behavior impacts Sam's ability to communicate effectively with peers and adults at school and at home. Targeting this behavior will reduce the inappropriate language and allow for functional communication skills to be taught and increased. Behaviors that are being targeted should allow for natural reinforcement after treatment is over (Cooper et al., 2019). Reducing inappropriate language and increasing FCT by asking for "help", "I need a break.", "Please leave me alone.", "Can I have a turn?" allows for natural reinforcement in Sam's environment.

The replacement behavior of functional communication is a behavioral cusp because it gives Sam access to more reinforcers than what was already available. Being able to communicate will allow him to have social relationships with peers and more appropriate interactions with adults. Other individuals will better understand the needs of Sam when using functional communication versus the inappropriate language.

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