Determining the antecedents, consequences, and setting events that maintain inappropriate behaviors is called
A)functional assessment.
B)functional analysis.
C)behavior management.
D)behavioral contracting.

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Functional assessment is the process of identifying the antecedents (what happens before the behavior), consequences (what happens after the behavior), and setting events (other factors that affect the behavior) that maintain inappropriate behaviors. This information is used to develop interventions that address the function of the behavior in order to decrease or eliminate it. Functional analysis, mentioned in choice B, is a more intensive form of functional assessment that involves experimental manipulation of antecedents and consequences to identify the function of a behavior. Behavior management, mentioned in choice C, is a broad term that encompasses a range of strategies used to address and modify behavior. Behavioral contracting, mentioned in choice D, is a specific type of intervention where a contract is created between the individual and a caregiver or therapist to outline specific goals and rewards for meeting those goals. While all of these options may be used in conjunction with functional assessment, A) functional assessment is the most appropriate answer for the given question.

Determining the Antecedents, Consequences, and Setting Events That Maintain Inappropriate