Discussion

 Discussion

The behavior modification program implemented resulted in begging behavior being decreased by 59.50%. This was determined by collecting a baseline of begging behavior before the prompting and fading program was implemented. The baseline frequency of begging behavior was an average of 6.00 times per day, this data was collected for 7, 24 hour days. The frequency of begging behavior during the prompting and fading program was an average of 2.43 times, this data was also collected for  7, 24 hour days. The goal of decreasing begging behavior by 90% was not achieved in this modification program.

There were limitations to this program that could have impacted the result. To collect data, there were 4 individuals adding to the frequency chart in the common areas, this could cause slight variability in the frequency recorded. Another limitation could be that individuals could have forgotten to add an instance of begging behavior on any of the 14 days the behavior was being recorded. A third limitation to the effectiveness of this modification program is that there was only one participant. 

In the future, it would be beneficial to increase the number of participants in the modification program and to decrease the number of individuals recording the behavior. 

In conclusion, the results of this modification program showed effectiveness for the participant. Reinforcement will be continued until the begging behavior is eliminated in the participant.