PSYB45H3 Chapter : TextNotes#2.docx
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Behavioral assessment measurement of the target behavior in behavior modification. Measure behavior before treatment provides info on. Specific steps to develop a behavior recording plan. Choosing a recording instrument which treatment is necessary. Measure behavior before and after to determine if behavior changed after treatment was implemented. Two types of behavioral assessment: indirect assessment. Involves interviews, questionnaires and rating scales to obtain info on the target behavior. Does not occur when the target behavior occurs but relies on an individual s recall of the target behavior. Information on the target depends on people s memories: direct assessment. Person observes and records the target behavior as it occurs. Observer must be in close proximity to the person exhibiting the target behavior. Observer must register the occurrence of the behavior when observed. Identify what the person says or does that constitutes the behavioral excess or deficit targeted for change.
