HUMBEHV 4K06 A/B - Treating Challenging Behaviour

6 unit(s)

The student will be introduced to a variety of procedures used to assess and treat challenging behaviours presented by individuals with autism / ASD. The topics covered will include functional behavioural assessment and functional analysis and scientifically validated techniques for the treatment of challenging behaviours, e.g., stereotypy, pica, aggression, self-injury, etc. Emphasis will be placed on ethical considerations such as the utilization of the least intrusive, least restrictive model and effective treatment. Techniques covered will include antecedent control strategies, schedules of reinforcement, extinction, differential reinforcement strategies, social stories, desensitization procedures, and declarative procedures.
Five hours (lectures, may include blended content); two terms

Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV of the B.A.Sc. in Human Behaviour (Autism & Behavioural Science Specialization) program