The primary objective of this research is to evaluate the escalating sequence of behavior that culminates in severe problem behavior (SPB, such as aggression, self-injury, and disruption). To do so, we will investigate the precursors of SPB, which are defined as behaviors that are not as severe or dangerous as SPB, but that reliably precede the occurrence of SPB. Identifying and knowing about these precursors has the potential to complement existing behavioral treatments, making treatments safer (because SPB may occur to a lesser extent or not at all). However, existing research on precursors has been opportunistic and lacks systematic study. This research will examine methods to identify and better understand precursors.
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Severe Problem Behavior (SPB)
Timeframe: Only Study 3 was a clinic trial. Zero out of the 30 enrolled individuals was assigned to any Arm/Group for the purposes of intervention or data collection on intervention. Zero participants received intervention in this study.