Functional analysis of communicative behaviors

Nancy C. Brady; James W. Halle

doi:10.1177/108835769701200205

Functional analysis of communicative behaviors

Nancy C. Brady, James W. Halle

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Functional analysis is a methodology that has been used to assess the functions of aberrant or disruptive behaviors. The current article discusses how functional analysis may be useful for determining the functions of all communicative behaviors, whether they are aberrant or not. Two case studies are presented to illustrate the implementation of the three components of functional analysis: interviews, direct observation, and analog probes. Information from each of these three assessment sources contributes to the development of intervention plans addressing the unique communication needs of individuals with severe disabilities.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	95-104
Number of pages	10
Journal	Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities
Volume	12
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1177/108835769701200205
State	Published - 1997

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Clinical Neurology
Neurology
Psychiatry and Mental health
Cognitive Neuroscience
Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health

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