What does ABC Data analyze?

ABC data focuses on the analysis of Antecedents, Behavior, and Consequences related to problem behaviors. This data collection method is foundational in understanding the relationship between what happens before a behavior (the antecedent), the behavior itself, and what follows the behavior (the consequence). By examining these three components, practitioners can identify triggers for problematic behaviors, understand the behaviors’ functions, and evaluate how consequences may reinforce or discourage those behaviors. This holistic approach enables technicians to develop effective intervention strategies tailored to the individual needs of each client.

The other options do not encompass the full scope of what ABC data captures. While analyzing when behaviors occur is useful, it doesn’t provide the insight into the relationship among antecedents, behaviors, and consequences. Similarly, focusing solely on patterns or frequencies may miss crucial information about the context and function of the behaviors being displayed.