Horse racing. Horse racing has perhaps the most glamorous image of all so-called animal 'sports' (especially when compared to the visually obvious cruelty of rodeos)... Such is the allure of horse racing that major race-meets such as the Melbourne Cup are even 'celebrated' with public holidays.
Behavior modification has been found to be successful in treating disorders like attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), phobias, separation anxiety, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), disruptive behavior and autism, among other conditions.
Implementing extinction procedures to reduce an interfering behavior (disruptive or restricted behavior that interferes with optimal development, learning, and/or achievement) for children and youth with autism spectrum disorders includes the steps described below. Step 1.n this example, the behavior appears to have an escape function. For additional examples of ABC data charts, see Steps for Implementation: Functional Behavior Assessment (National Professional Development Center on Autism Spectrum Disorders). b. anecdotal observation. i.