Behavior function refers to the reason a behavior occurs or what the child gains from engaging in that behavior. In ABA therapy, clinicians analyze behavior to determine whether it is maintained by attention, escape, access to a tangible item, or sensory input. Understanding the function helps therapists design interventions that teach safer and more effective alternatives. Families can learn more about identifying behavioral patterns through the framework explained in Understanding the ABC ABA Model.
See Related: Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA), Replacement Behavior, Functional Communication Training (FCT), ABC Model
