Using Relational Training to Improve Performance During Acceptance and Commitment Training Sessions

Applying relational frame theory (RFT) to language intervention programs allows behavior analysts to maintain a focus on programming for generative language by providing systematic multiple exemplar training to establish repertoires of derived relational responding. Applying Skinner’s analysis of verbal behavior provides for a focus on identifying sources of control for discriminated responding, and effective means of teaching early verbal operants. Both emphasize the centrality of repertoires of cooperation in language development, and an expansive understanding of contextual control. Our work emphasizes the utility of integrating these two approaches, and this article outlines the relevant theoretical background and empirical basis for assessment and teaching programs, discusses points of intersection of the two approaches, provides examples of application, and prompts future research efforts.

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A Systematic Analysis of Relational Frame Theory

Kim,

Kim

2024

Journal of Behavior Analysis and Support

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This study aims to systematically review the global trends in developmental disability research applying Relational Frame Theory (RFT). Initially, 1,405 research articles were searched, and following the PRISMA procedure, 58 studies focusing on developmental disabilities within the context of RFT were ultimately selected for analysis. This research meticulously examined the publication year, journal name, characteristics of participants, dependent variables, independent variables, research settings, and experimental designs of the selected studies. The analysis of the global trends in RFT-based developmental disability research revealed that studies span a variety of developmental disability types, with derived relational responding and verbal operants among the primary dependent variables, and RFT-based instructional strategies frequently serving as independent variables. The research settings were predominantly in schools and therapy rooms, with most participants being children and adolescents diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Through this study, it was confirmed that RFT provides a significant theoretical and practical foundation for supporting language and cognitive development in the field of developmental disabilities. Based on the findings, the study suggests the need for expanding the scope and deepening the theoretical exploration of RFT-related research, discussing the limitations of the current study and directions for future research.

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Using Relational Training to Improve Performance During Acceptance and Commitment Training Sessions

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A Systematic Analysis of Relational Frame Theory

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