Time-out should be used when:
A) the reinforcer for the problem behavior is escape from a task
B) the time-in environment is not reinforcing
C) functional procedures have not been implemented
D) none of these

Question

​Time-out should be used when:
A) ​the reinforcer for the problem behavior is escape from a task
B) ​the time-in environment is not reinforcing
C) ​functional procedures have not been implemented
D) ​none of these

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Time-out from positive reinforcement is a procedure used in behavior management that involves the removal of access to positive reinforcers for a specific period of time following a target behavior. It is contingent upon the "time-in" environment being reinforcing; otherwise, time-out may not be effective or could be counterproductive. It is not specifically tied to whether the reinforcer for the problem behavior is escape from a task, nor is it a default option when functional procedures have not been implemented. Therefore, none of the provided options accurately describe when time-out should be exclusively used.

​Time-Out Should Be Used When

Time-Out Should Be Used When