Behavioral refers to one of the seven dimensions of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), which emphasizes that the behavior selected for intervention must be observable, measurable, and in need of improvement for the learner. The focus is on behaviors that are socially significant and directly impact the learner’s quality of life.
Example
In an ABA program designed to help a child with autism, the behavior analyst identifies disruptive vocal outbursts during class time as a target behaviorBehavior refers to any activity or action that living o.... This behavior is selected because it disrupts the learning environment and impacts the child’s ability to focus and interact with peers. The analyst measures the frequency of these vocal outbursts and designs an intervention to reduce them. By focusing on this specific, observable behavior, the intervention directly addresses an area that requires improvement, aligning with the “behavioral” dimension of ABA.