[MidB] Nolan pinches adults in order to obtain their attenti…
Nolan pinches adults in order to obtain their attention.If attention is withheld for an extended period, Nolan frequently engages in a 20-minute tantrum.’s history is such that pinching has resulted in the delivery of other reinforcers by Mom and Dad (e.g., access to preferred edible or tangible items). The behavior analyst has been teaching Nolan to tap an adult on the arm with an isolated index finger to receive the adult’s attention instead of pinching. When Nolan engages in this new response, Mom and Dad are now delivering attention immediately, after which Nolan can request desired foods or toys.of the following was the behavior analyst’s main consideration when selecting tapping on the arm as the target skill?