A behavior analyst implements extinction to reduce a child’s…
A behavior analyst implements extinction to reduce a child’s screaming, which was previously maintained by escape from tasks. After consistent implementation, the screaming behavior decreases to near zero. Two weeks later, during a routine work session, the child suddenly screams once again but then resumes working as usual and does not scream again afterward.What does this single unexpected return of behavior best illustrate?
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A therapist is trying to reduce a student’s attention-seeking behavior (shouting) by placing it on extinction—ignoring the shouting completely. Despite this, the student continues shouting loudly for several weeks, even after attention is consistently withheld.Which concept best explains why the behavior is persisting despite the extinction procedure?
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