Preference for Unreliable Reinforcement in Children with Mental Retardation: The Role of Conditioned Reinforcement.
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| Title: | Preference for Unreliable Reinforcement in Children with Mental Retardation: The Role of Conditioned Reinforcement. |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Lalli, Joseph S., Mauro, Benjamin C., Mace, F. Charles |
| Source: | Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis. Win 2000 33(4):533-544. |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 12 |
| Publication Date: | 2000 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Descriptors: | Aggression, Behavior Modification, Behavior Problems, Children, Conditioning, Environmental Influences, Mental Retardation, Reinforcement, Responses, Stimuli |
| ISSN: | 0021-8855 |
| Abstract: | Three experiments involving four children (ages 3-7) with mental retardation found participants preferred unreliable reinforcements under certain conditions. Findings are discussed regarding the role of specific stimuli as conditioned reinforcers and how they influence preference for a response that produces reinforcement on a leaner schedule than a socially desirable response. (Contains references.) (Author/CR) |
| Journal Code: | CIJSEP2001 |
| Entry Date: | 2001 |
| Accession Number: | EJ623097 |
| Database: | ERIC |
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