1. Putting Techniques Together to Design a Program
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Putting Techniques Together to Design a Program
Dr. Alan H. Teich
Chap 8

2. Initial Considerations
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Initial Considerations
Multidimensional Programs
Functional Analysis
Target behavior:
Operant? Respondent? Both?
Behavioral excesses or deficits?
Problem-solving (brainstorming)

3. A “Good Program” Target behavior(s) Consequences
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A “Good Program”
Target behavior(s)
Consequences
Patient as an active participant
Train helpers
Data accuracy
Data as feedback
Program Adjustments
Behavior Durability & Generalization
Commitment & Motivation

4. Which Techniques to Use?
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Which Techniques to Use?
Nature of Problem
Practicality
Aversive control techniques

5. People's Readiness to Change
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People's Readiness to Change
Stages of Change Model
Precontemplation
Contemplation
Preparation
Action
Maintenance

6. Motivational Factors in Change
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Motivational Factors in Change
Self-efficacy
Realistic Expectations
Lapse vs. Relapse
Methods to resist temptation
Rules Release
Commitment to change
Social Support

7. Behavioral contracts Target behavior(s) and antecedents Consequences
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Behavioral contracts
Target behavior(s) and antecedents
Consequences
Bonuses
Loopholes and Rules Release
Progress Review
Signatures

8. Tips on Designing a Program
techniques should address behavior, antecedents, and consequences
develop separate programs for each target behavior
use at least six but usually no more than ten intervention techniques
confirm the accuracy of data, preferably by having an independent observer

9. Tips on Designing a Program (cont.)
early on, immediately reinforce every instance of behavior
vary consequences to maintain strength
reinforce self-management exercises
make programs cost-effective
identify responsibilities of all involved and conduct periodic review