Essential Reading
Functional Communication Training (FCT) is one of the most important techniques used to address behaviours that challenge. The following tutorial outlines how to teach functional communication responses. Note: This article is from 2008 and some recommendations may not reflect current best practice regarding the use of punishment procedures.
Functional Communication Training: A Review and Practical Guide – PMC (nih.gov)
Essential Video
In this video, Dr. Brenda Fossett provides a concise overview of FCT and describes examples of functional communication responses that can be taught based on the function of behaviour.
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