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Using Functional Behavioral Assessment with Individuals with Mental Retardation/Developmental Disabilities

Barbara C. Gartin

University of Arkansas

Nikki L. Murdick

Saint Louis University

As a result of inherent cognitive and language difficulties, individuals with mental retardation/developmental disabilities often are considered difficult to assess appropriately. When cognitive and language difficulties occur in conjunction with behavioral issues, this difficulty is compounded. The IDEA requirement to include a form of assessment, known as functional behavioral assessment (FBA), is seen as one method that may reduce this problem. A description of the strengths and weaknesses of FBA, the steps in implementing the assessment, and its use with individuals with cognitive deficits as well as behavioral issues is provided. Finally, a case study simulation illustrates the process.

Assessment for Effective Intervention, Vol. 30, No. 4, 25-32 (2005)
DOI: 10.1177/073724770503000404
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