Functions of Behavior

There are three main functions of behavior are:

ATTENTION
ESCAPE
SENSORY STIMULATION

After a teacher identifies a behavioral problem a screening is performed to see if the behavior can be corrected with a simple intervention.

If necessary, the next step is to gather data, both indirectly with interviews and records, and directly with observations. This is the FUBA (Functional Behavior Assessment) process.

Following the Fuba the BIP (Behavior Intervention Plan) is developed.

ABC Reports for behavioral assessments

Antecedent, behavior and consequence are crucial terms when studying ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis). Using the correct form, behaviors are observed and recorded, followed by the recording of preceding factors (antecedents) and following factors (consequences). Once enough data is collected, both by direct observation using the ABC method and by indirect research into historical documents and family background, a FUBA (Functional Behavior Assessment) is created and a BIP (Behavior Intervention Plan) is developed to help replace a targeted behavior.

Behaviorists believe behaviors are respondent and that behavior can change through appropriate reinforcement.