The primary purpose of this volume is to provide an introduction to behavior modification techniques in applied settings. The major focus is placed upon the application of apparent principles, implementation of behavior modification techniques, and measurement and evaluation of program effectiveness. The applications include a variety of settings such as psychiatric hospitals, schools institutions, day-care centers, the home as well as "outpatient" applications. A major portion of the text elaborates positive reinforcement, punishment and negative reinforcement, and extinction. For each principle, diverse technique options, dimensions which dictate program effectiveness, limitations, and salient issues are reviewed. The final three chapters consider self-control, response maintenance and transfer of training, and ethical issues and future directions. At the end of the book is a glossary which provides brief definitions of technical terms defined in the text.

Behavior Modification in Applied Settings

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Alan Kazdin

Mental Health

Dorsey

A lifesaving handbook for parents of children who are occasionally, or too often, out of control. Most child-behavior books are filled with advice that sounds reasonable, fits with what parents already believe about child-rearing, and is, as Dr. Kazdin proves, guaranteed to fail.
The Kazdin Method for Parenting the Defiant Child makes available to parents for the first time Dr. Kazdins proven program—one backed up by some of the most long-term and respected research devoted to any therapy for children. Kazdin shatters decades worth of accumulated myths about tantrums, time-outs, punishments fitting the crime, and much more.
With the practicality of Ferber and the warmth of Brazelton, Kazdin leads parents through every step of the Kazdin Method in action—how to use tone of voice, when and how to touch, how to lead your child in a practice session, how to adjust your approach for different-age children, how to involve siblings, and more. The program is temporary, but the results are permanent—for very young children, adolescents, and even beyond.

The Kazdin Method for Parenting the Defiant Child

Parenting & Relationships

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