Tiffany Kodak, Laura Grow, & John Northup (2004).
Functional analysis and treatment of elopement for a child with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis,
37, 229-232.
We conducted a functional analysis of elopement in an outdoor setting for a
child with a diagnosis of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. A
subsequent treatment consisting of noncontingent attention and time-out
was demonstrated to be effective in eliminating elopement. Modifications of
functional analysis procedures associated with the occurrence of elopement
in a natural setting are demonstrated.
DESCRIPTORS: elopement, functional analysis, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, stimulant medication