Tangible Conditionย refers to an experimental setup typically used during functionalย behaviorย assessments. In this condition, a preferred item is placed near the learner, and if the learner engages in problemย behavior, the therapist provides access to the item for a set period (e.g., 30 seconds). This helps assess whether the problemย behaviorย is maintained by gaining access to tangible items.
Example
A therapist places a toy next to a child during a session. When the child begins to cry or exhibit disruptiveย behavior, the therapist gives the child the toy for 30 seconds. This allows the therapist to determine if the problemย behaviorย is motivated by the desire to obtain tangible items.