Differential reinforcement of independent over prompted responding based on reinforcer quality can reduce prompt dependency, but an efficient reinforcer assessment is a must

Abstract

This review provides a summary and appraisal commentary on the treatment review by Cividini-Motta C., & Ahearn, W.H. (2013). Effects of two variations of differential reinforcement on prompt dependency. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 46, 640–650.

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Declaration of interest: The commentary authors report no conflicts of interests and are solely responsible for the content of this structured abstract.