Assessing Challenging Behaviors

Abstract

This chapter presents an overview of a variety of methods that can be used to assess challenging behavior. The first section reviews general methods for assessing behavior, including interviews, systematic direct observation, rating scales, and direct behavior ratings. This section of the chapter also provides a description of can’t do/won’t do assessment methods. The second section of the chapter is focused on FBA methods. Descriptions of general methods and procedures are provided as well as information on published assessment tools. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2021 APA, all rights reserved) (Source: chapter)