The Effects of Fitness Training and Reinforcement on Maladaptive Behaviors of Institutionalized Adults, Classified as Mentally Retarded/Emotionally Disturbed.
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| Title: | The Effects of Fitness Training and Reinforcement on Maladaptive Behaviors of Institutionalized Adults, Classified as Mentally Retarded/Emotionally Disturbed. |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Jansma, Paul, Combs, C. Sue |
| Source: | Education and Training in Mental Retardation. Dec 1987 22(4):268-279. |
| Peer Reviewed: | N |
| Page Count: | 12 |
| Publication Date: | 1987 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Evaluative |
| Descriptors: | Adaptive Behavior (of Disabled), Adjustment (to Environment), Adults, Behavior Problems, Emotional Disturbances, Institutionalized Persons, Intervention, Maintenance, Mental Retardation, Outcomes of Education, Physical Education, Physical Fitness, Reinforcement, Residential Programs, Training Methods |
| Abstract: | The study examined the effects of physical fitness training and reinforcement on the maladaptive behaviors of five institutionalized mentally retarded/emotionally disturbed adults. Results showed a dramatic decrease of target behavior during intervention phases and a clear increase during the baseline and maintenance phases. (Author/JDD) |
| Journal Code: | CIJJUN1988 |
| Entry Date: | 1988 |
| Accession Number: | EJ366080 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | The study examined the effects of physical fitness training and reinforcement on the maladaptive behaviors of five institutionalized mentally retarded/emotionally disturbed adults. Results showed a dramatic decrease of target behavior during intervention phases and a clear increase during the baseline and maintenance phases. (Author/JDD) |
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