Abstract
The current study demonstrates the efficacy of using a behavioural contingency contract in conjunction with family-selected reinforcers to increase appointment keeping among low income families in a child and family therapy clinic. Three families with similar presenting problems participated. A multiple baseline across-subjects design with the addition of a reversal component was utilised. Upon treatment implementation, contracts were signed by family members stating that they would receive coupons valuing $30.00 after attending four consecutive clinic appointments. These coupons were selected by the family from a diverse menu. Results indicated increases in appointment keeping following implementation of the behavioural contract. The cost effectiveness of using a behavioural contract in conjunction with economic incentives with low-income families in discussed, and suggestions for future research on appointment keeping are made.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 90-96 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Behaviour Change |
Volume | 17 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2000 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Experimental and Cognitive Psychology
- Clinical Psychology