In this course, you will complete an ongoing writing project that focuses on self-behavioral management. You will attempt to change a behavior (reduce soft drink consumption) Not all changes that are attempted will be completed successfully. Accomplishing a desirable change in habit is difficult, but understanding the process will be crucial to completing the assignments.

Module 5 Assignment Outline

7-Day Baseline Data Observation Record Diary

Fill out the diary with a written record of your behaviors during this 7-day self- observation.

Use the Antecedent-Behavior-Consequence (ABC) Model The ABC Model is a tool that helps people examine behaviors they want to change, the triggers behind those behaviors, and the impact of those behaviors on negative or maladaptive patterns. Antecedent Behavior (what came before) focuses on the Consequences of Actions as a function of triggers (what came before the behavior).

Baseline Data Written Summary (Based on Information (Data) Entered in your Diary)

Describe the specific situations that affected your behavior during the 7-day self- observation.

Include the specific triggers related to your behavior. o When did it happen?

o Who were you with? o What were you doing? o Where were you? o What were you saying/thinking to yourself?

What patterns did you find from the baseline data observations?

APA Style Reference Page

References all the sources that you used in this section if any - including our textbook (Behavior Modification: Principles and Procedures By: Raymond G. Miltenberger

7-DAY BASELINE DATA OBSERVATION RECORD DIARY

Date/Time/Place	Antecedent (A)	Target Behavior (B)	Consequence(s) (C)
	What happened before the behavior occurred?	To include: Frequency/Intensity/Duration/Latency	What happened following the behavior? (thoughts and behaviors)