Increasing response variability of mand frames with script training and extinction

J Appl Behav Anal. 2011 Summer;44(2):357-62. doi: 10.1901/jaba.2011.44-357.

Abstract

We examined the effects of script training and extinction on response variability of mand frames used by children with autism. Results demonstrated that extinction following script training was effective for increasing variability for 2 of the 3 participants.

Keywords: extinction; mands; script training; variability; verbal behavior.

MeSH terms

  • Autistic Disorder / physiopathology
  • Autistic Disorder / rehabilitation*
  • Child, Preschool
  • Extinction, Psychological / physiology*
  • Female
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Motor Skills*
  • Reinforcement, Psychology
  • Verbal Behavior*
  • Voice Training*