What are the four 4 types of behaviors that can be measured?

The predominant four functions of behavior are attention, escape, access, and sensory needs. These four functions allow us to understand and categorize someone’s actions, as well as determine why behaviors occur. All actions can be attributed to one of these four functions of behavior. Attention is the first function of behavior. Escape behaviors typically occur when a learner wants to avoid or “escape” doing something. Access to tangibles is somewhat self-explanatory, but it is also very important. Sensory stimulation (also known as sensory needs) is the final function of behavior. Sensory stimulation occurs when children want to experience a pleasant sensation or replace discomfort. Each behavior or action consists of three parts: the antecedent, the behavior, and the consequence. Behaviors are anything a person does. External/observable behaviors are those that someone other than the person executing the behavior can see. Internal/non-observable behaviors are those that others cannot see, such as a person’s thoughts.

The 4 Types of Behavior provide a framework for understanding human interaction through observable actions: Physical Actions, Non-Verbal Cues, Language, Vocal Delivery. These 4 types of behavior fall into two categories: Visual Behaviors, Auditory Behaviors. Visual Behaviors include Physical Actions and Non-Verbal Cues. Auditory Behaviors include Language and Vocal Delivery. Physical Actions: The observable movements we make, such as walking, gesturing, nodding, or smiling. Non-Verbal Cues: The subtle signals we transmit through facial expressions, posture, eye contact, and physical proximity. Language: The words we choose, the tone we use, and the structure of our verbal communication. Vocal Delivery: The nuances of our speech, including; tone, pitch, volume, pace, and inflection.