Comparative Analysis refers to a method used to compare two or more treatments, interventions, behaviors, or conditions in order to evaluate their relative effectiveness, efficiency, or outcomes. In the context of behaviorBehavior refers to any activity or action that living organ... analysis, this method involves systematically comparing different approaches to determine which intervention produces the desired behavior change more effectively. It is useful in identifying the most efficient or beneficial approach to behavior modification.
Example:
A behavior analyst might use comparative analysis to evaluate two different interventions for reducing a child’s out-of-seat behavior in class:
- Intervention A: A token economy where the child earns tokens for staying seated.
- Intervention B: Verbal praise provided immediately when the child remains seated.
The analyst would compare the effectiveness of both interventions over time, tracking how often the child stays seated under each condition. The results would reveal which intervention works better for increasing on-task behavior.