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1. Assessment of preference for edible and leisure items in individuals with dementia.

Author

Ortega JV, Iwata BA, Nogales-González C, and Frades B

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Aged, Aged, 80 and over, Choice Behavior, Female, Humans, Male, Severity of Illness Index, Cognition Disorders psychology, Dementia psychology, Motivation, Reinforcement, Psychology
Abstract

We conducted 2 studies on reinforcer preference in patients with dementia. Results of preference assessments yielded differential selections by 14 participants. Unlike prior studies with individuals with intellectual disabilities, all participants showed a noticeable preference for leisure items over edible items. Results of a subsequent analysis with 3 participants showed reinforcement effects when highly preferred items were delivered as consequences.

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2012
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