A replication to increase happiness indices among some people with profound multiple disabilities

Ivancic, Martin T.; Barrett, Gary T.; Simonow, Amy; Kimberly, A

doi:10.1016/s0891-4222(96)00039-x

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“…This correlational approach does not allow for definitive conclusions as to whether happiness itself was altered and observed (Green & Reid, 1996) but does provide a starting point for observing such expressions of emotions within this population. Green and Reid increased facial indicators of happiness through their "fun time" program; results which have since been replicated by Davis, Young, Cherry, Dahman, and Rehfeldt (2004) and Ivancic, Barrett, Simonow, and Kimberly (1997).…”

Section: Facial Expression Of Emotionsmentioning

confidence: 91%

The expression and assessment of emotions and internal states in individuals with severe or profound intellectual disabilities

Adams¹,

Oliver²

2011

Clinical Psychology Review

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The expression of emotions and internal states by individuals with severe or profound intellectual disabilities is a comparatively under-researched area. Comprehensive or standardised methods of assessing or understanding the emotions and internal states within this population, whose ability to communicate is significantly compromised, do not exist.The literature base will be discussed and compared to that within the general population.Methods of assessing broader internal states, notably depression, anxiety, and pain within severe or profound intellectual disabilities are also addressed. Finally, this review will examine methods of assessing internal states within genetic syndromes, including hunger, social anxiety and happiness within Prader-Willi, Fragile-X and Angelman syndrome. This will then allow for the identification of robust methodologies used in assessing the expression of these internal states, some of which may be useful when considering how to assess emotions within individuals with intellectual disabilities.

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Section: Facial Expression Of Emotionsmentioning

confidence: 91%

The expression and assessment of emotions and internal states in individuals with severe or profound intellectual disabilities

Adams¹,

Oliver²

2011

Clinical Psychology Review

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“…However, it was noted that closed eyes did not occur with familiar staff. Based on these findings, Ivancic et al (1997) raise the possibility that less conventional indices (e.g. changes in eye opening) might apply to more profoundly disabled individuals, since limited movement appears to inhibit the outward expression of internal mood states.…”

Section: The Assessment Of Mood To Contribute To the Appraisal And Immentioning

confidence: 98%

“…As well as using the indices of happiness and unhappiness outlined by Green & Reid (1996), measurements were taken of closed eyes and open eyes. In the "movement group", Ivancic et al (1997) were able to replicate an increase in indices of happiness for three participants. For the remaining participant in the "movement group", indices of happiness did not increase, but indices of unhappiness did decrease during the fun time programme.…”

Section: The Assessment Of Mood To Contribute To the Appraisal And Immentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Particular attention will be paid to studies by Green & Reid (1996), Green, Gardner & Reid (1997) and Green & Reid (1999). Studies by Favell et al (1996), Green & Reid (1996), Green et al (1997) and Ivancic, Barrett, Simonow & Kimberly (1997) have all shown that it is possible to operationalise and reliably observe behavioral indicators of affect. Indices of happiness (e.g.…”

Section: The Assessment Of Mood To Contribute To the Appraisal And Immentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Further evidence of the usefulness of behavioral indicators of affect to evaluate interventions designed to improve quality of life is provided by Ivancic et al (1997), who aimed to replicate the Green & Reid (1996) study. Ivancic et al's (1997) "fun time programme" was based on staff identified preferred stimuli (instead of stimuli identified by formal preference assessments).…”

Section: The Assessment Of Mood To Contribute To the Appraisal And Immentioning

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The assessment of mood in adults who have severe or profound mental retardation

Ross

Oliver

2003

Clinical Psychology Review

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Empirical literature examining the emotional lives of adults with severe and profound mental retardation is limited. One area to have received attention is mood. It is proposed that the utility of assessment of mood extends beyond psychiatric diagnosis to issues such as the appraisal of quality of life for individuals with limited or no expressive language. Two themes related to the assessment of mood are evident in contemporary literature. First, attempts have been made to clarify the presentation of affective disorders, especially depression, and to improve the assessment of depressive symptomatology in adults with mental retardation. A review of current methods for assessing depression indicates significant problems with reliability and validity.There is a need to develop appropriate assessment methods for use in relation to adults with severe and profound mental retardation who are unable to self-report and behavioral methodology might be useful in this respect. Second, there is an emerging argument that the presentation of depression in adults with mental retardation, particularly in individuals with severe disabilities, includes challenging behaviors, referred to as "atypical symptoms".Methodological and conceptual issues related to this argument warrant closer examination.Finally, it is noted that research drawing on more rigorous methodology is required to interpret the emotional states of individuals with severe and profound mental retardation.

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The effects of the Positive Environment Program (PEP) on the behaviors of adults with profound cognitive and physical disabilities

Realon¹,

Bligen²,

Force³

et al. 2002

Behavioral Interventions

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This study evaluated the effects of the Positive Environment Program (PEP) on the behaviors of residents and staff in a state-operated residential facility during a 2 1 2 year period. The participants included 19 adult residents with profound cognitive and physical disabilities and 11 staff members who worked with them. Data were collected on alertness, leisure material availability, engagement, staff interactions, and resident affect during two samples of data collection six months prior to implementation of PEP. Training was then provided to staff on positive interaction skills. Following the training, researchers implemented a monitoring program and a staff incentive program. The results of this project showed improvements in staff interactions, resident interaction with leisure materials, improved levels of alertness, and increases in a`happiness index'. The bene®ts and limitations of this project as well as future research are discussed.

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A replication to increase happiness indices among some people with profound multiple disabilities

Cited by 49 publications

References 11 publications

The expression and assessment of emotions and internal states in individuals with severe or profound intellectual disabilities

The expression and assessment of emotions and internal states in individuals with severe or profound intellectual disabilities

The assessment of mood in adults who have severe or profound mental retardation

The effects of the Positive Environment Program (PEP) on the behaviors of adults with profound cognitive and physical disabilities

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