Tolerance to reinforcer delay as a behavioral cusp precursor to selfcontrol

Authors

  • Tatiana Correia Haendel Universidade Federal da Bahia
  • Patrícia Alvarenga Universidade Federal da Bahia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31505/rbtcc.v20i2.1182

Keywords:

self-control, tolerance to reinforcer delay, behavioral cusp

Abstract

The theoretical assumptions of Behavior Analysis and the empirical literature have both linked tolerance to reinforcer delay to self-control. However, a developmental perspective about its relevance has not yet been explored. The present study analyzed the tolerance to reinforcer delay as a possible behavioral cusp precursor to self-control. For this analysis we used texts by Skinner and other behavior analysts that discuss the constructs of self-control, human development and behavioral cusp, as well as empirical articles examining the relationships between tolerance to reinforcer delay and self-control. In addition, developmental contingencies, which may favor the tolerance to reinforce delay were discussed. It is concluded that the tolerance to reinforcer delay meets all criteria established to be considered a behavioral cusp and that, in this sense, should constitute an important target of intervention in childhood, aiming at the future development of self-control.

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Published

2018-08-06

How to Cite

Haendel, T. C., & Alvarenga, P. (2018). Tolerance to reinforcer delay as a behavioral cusp precursor to selfcontrol. Brazilian Journal of Behavioral and Cognitive Therapy, 20(2), 76–90. https://doi.org/10.31505/rbtcc.v20i2.1182

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