ABA Inside Track Episode 192 - Anxiety Assessment w/ Dr. Keira Moore
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Jan 26, 2022 Join Dr. Keira Moore, a behavior analyst and anxiety expert with a former life as a trapeze instructor, as she dives into the complexities of anxiety and its behavioral interpretations. They discuss how traditional views of anxiety can be reframed through observation and assessment, emphasizing tailored treatment strategies for individuals with autism. With humor and insightful anecdotes, they explore the challenges of identifying anxiety in children and advocate for innovative assessment methods that truly reflect individual experiences.
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Defining Anxiety
- Anxiety is a cluster of responses, both operant and respondent, to a signaled aversive stimulus.
- This differs from fear, which occurs in the presence of the aversive stimulus itself.
Measuring Insect Phobia
- Jones and Friman measured Mike's insect phobia by his math performance in the presence of crickets.
- Even after exposure therapy, reinforcement improved his performance.
Birthday Party Anxiety
- A potential participant had anxiety about birthday parties, specifically the song.
- Instead of treating the anxiety, they taught her how to politely decline.
