Self-management procedures involve an individual in implementing strategies which may enhance his or her behavior change. These strategies may be applied as antecedents or consequences to the target behavior. A review of selected self-management literature, with a focus on individuals with severe handicaps, is presented to identify potential replications and adaptations for practice and future research with this population.
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