Behavioral assessment often involves a functional analysis of behavior.Which of the following is an example of an antecedent to behavior in such an analysis?

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An antecedent is a trigger or stimulus that comes before the behavior. Option A highlights a specific trigger, driving on the freeway, that prompts a panic attack. Option B describes the consequence of the behavior (helping Janae avoid stressful situations) and option C describes the consequence of the behavior (getting attention). Therefore, option A is the only example of an antecedent to behavior.

Behavioral Assessment Often Involves a Functional Analysis of Behavior