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Positive Behavior Support in the treatment of Aggression (book chapter)
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In this Journal Club recording, Lori Ann Dotson discusses multi-element behavior support in relation to aggression, with Maria Nicolaou hosting. The session connects comprehensive assessment, proactive and reactive plan elements, episodic severity, and quality of life through case examples and discussion.
Presenter credits: Lori Ann Dotson.
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Dotson describes records review, interviews, and observations across settings, then distinguishes ecological strategies, skills teaching, prevention, and situational management. Her interaction example separates requesting another person's attention from learning the skills to sustain that interaction.
She discusses measuring episode severity alongside frequency and the support needed by people implementing a plan. Dotson treats quality of life as both a driver and an outcome, using a mall example to contrast community presence with participation.
What does this recording cover?
- Comprehensive functional assessment and the person's wider context
- Ecological strategies, skills teaching, prevention, and situational management
- Functionally related skills for sustaining interaction
- Episodic severity alongside behavior frequency
- Implementation support and community participation as quality-of-life topics
Recording context: This Journal Club discussion concerns an assigned chapter and its application to clinical and organizational support.
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Jalyssa Sheen Gabad
The webinar was highly informative and detailed, with a knowledgeable instructor who provided valuable insights for behavior analysts. The case study discussed was particularly helpful, offering practical applications for managing difficult behaviors. The session emphasized the importance of balancing critical analysis with a positive, proactive approach—essential for effective behavior management. Overall, this webinar offered actionable strategies and deepened my understanding of managing challenging behaviors. Highly recommended for professionals in the field.