Research methods in behavior analysis

Authors

  • Maria Amalia Pie Abib Andery Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1590/S0103-65642010000200006

Keywords:

Behavior analysis, Method, Experimental research, Single-case designs

Abstract

The following topics are discussed: the status of behavior analysis as a scientific discipline and the related consequences to the characterization of research methods in behavior analysis. The array of research methods is classified according to distinct criteria, with an emphasis on experimental research. Underlying principles and main features of single case designs are presented.Finally, some of the current conceptual-methodological issues in behavior analysis are briefly discussed, such as: behavioral reversibility, behavioral variability, trial and free operant procedures, molecular and molar analysis, statistics and quantification applied to single case procedures and experimental research with human participants.

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Published

2010-06-01

Issue

Section

Dossier Maria Amélia Matos

How to Cite

Research methods in behavior analysis. (2010). Psicologia USP, 21(2), 313-342. https://doi.org/10.1590/S0103-65642010000200006