Principles and Dimensions of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Quiz

Reinforcement is a core principle in ABA, involving the strengthening of behavior by the presentation of a stimulus.

Subjectivity is not a dimension analyzed; ABA focuses on observable and measurable aspects of behavior.

The primary goal of ABA therapy is to teach new skills and reduce problematic behaviors through behavior analysis and intervention.

An antecedent in the ABC model is a stimulus or trigger that precedes a behavior.

Stimulus control in ABA involves the influence of antecedents on behavior.

The ABC model identifies Antecedents, target Behaviors, and Consequences to understand and modify behavior in ABA.

FBA in ABA is centered on understanding the function or purpose of behavior to inform intervention strategies.

Positive reinforcement in ABA involves adding a pleasant stimulus to strengthen and increase a behavior.

Continuous reinforcement in ABA is the consistent application of reinforcement after each occurrence of a target behavior.

Generalization in ABA is the tendency for behavior to occur in certain situations but not in others.

Intrinsic prompts are not commonly used in ABA; common types include verbal, gestural, and visual prompts.

Prompting involves providing cues or assistance to enhance the occurrence of a desired behavior in ABA.

Shaping in ABA involves reinforcing and gradually refining a behavior by reinforcing successive approximations.

Chaining in ABA is the process of linking individual behaviors together to form a complex behavior sequence.

Functional relation in ABA refers to the relationship between behavior and environmental stimuli.

Conducting a functional behavior assessment is a critical component of a BIP in ABA.