Positive Behavior Support for Individuals with Behavior Challenges

Hieneman, Meme

doi:10.1007/s40617-015-0051-6

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“…For example, concerns regarding side effects, inadequate record keeping, and one instance over-medication which had resulted in potentially permanent cognitive deterioration were described. These findings are consistent with literature that identified problems around the regulation of medication to manage CB (Australian Law Reform Commission, 2014), under-utilisation of positive behaviour support plans (Hieneman, 2015), and side effects associated with the intake of psychotropic medication (Brylewski and Duggan, 2004;Chiu et al, 2015;Deb and Unwin, 2007;Hägg et al, 2009;Kales et al, 2012).…”

Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 90%

Qualitative exploration of psychotropic medication to manage challenging behaviour in adults with intellectual disability: views of family members

Edwards

King

Watling

et al. 2017

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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to produce the views of parents and siblings of adults with intellectual or developmental disability (ID/DD) around the use of psychotropic medication to manage challenging behaviour (CB) where there is no co-existing mental illness. Design/methodology/approach Seven family members of six adults with ID/DD were interviewed using semi-structured interviews, over the telephone or face-to-face. The interviews were transcribed, coded and thematically analysed. Findings This paper identified that if used appropriately, psychotropic medication to manage CB may be of benefit to some people with ID/DD; but there is a need to ensure the medication is prescribed for the benefits of people with ID/DD rather than those around them. Drawing on the knowledge of family may allow for the use of alternative strategies and the reduction of medication to manage CB. There is the need for improved communication with family members, inclusive decision making, and access to information regarding the philosophy and legislation regarding medication used to manage CB in adults with ID/DD. Originality/value This paper presents views of a small cohort of family members of people with ID/DD in Queensland, Australia. Findings can be used to improve approaches taken by service providers in their interactions with people with ID/DD prescribed psychotropic medication to manage CB, and their family members.

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Qualitative exploration of psychotropic medication to manage challenging behaviour in adults with intellectual disability: views of family members

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King

Watling

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“…Finally, the plan is implemented across various setting. The outcomes are then progressively monitored (Hieneman, 2015).…”

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Autism Spectrum Disorder: Review of Common challenging behaviors and appropriate intervention strategies

Nyakundi¹,

Wairungu²

2021

IJRISS

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Autism Spectrum Disorder is a triad of disabilities with individuals exhibiting challenges in Social-Communication, repetitive behaviors and restricted activities and interests. Its etiology is not clear but, researchers point at a complex interaction between genetics and environment. There are more boys with ASD than girls at a ratio of 4 boys: 1girl. The disorder has been in an unprecedented rate of increase in the last few decades. Currently 1 in every 59 children has ASD (in USA). One of the greatest concerns by parents, speech therapists and educationists is how to deal with challenging behaviors in learners with ASD. The main aim of this paper is to consolidate research work and expert's opinion on what challenging behaviors entails and as well what intervention strategies exist.To achieve this, an in-depth review of research findings published in renowned journals was done. A qualitative research approach was assumed utilizing Google scholar search engine to search for terms 'Autism Spectrum Disorders' 'challenging behaviors in ASD' and 'intervention strategies for challenging behaviors in ASD'. After this, the authors scanned through the abstracts of the articles to weigh their relevance in achieving the aim of the study. Only those articles that covered the relevant topics in an in-depth manner were considered for review. In this era of inclusive education, it is important that education is given a collaborative multidisciplinary team approach. Teaching learners with ASD or conducting therapy sessions can be difficult when challenging behaviors are exhibited. Behavior analysts are critically important in managing challenging behaviors but unfortunately we do not have enough of them to always be available when need arises. It is important to train related education stakeholders on how toidentify and intervene when challenging behaviors are exhibited. A one 'stop shop' is necessary as provided by this article. Most common challenging behaviors include physical and verbal aggression, elopement, pica, noncompliance, property destruction, self-injury, and incontinence. From the review, contemporary intervention strategies include Applied behavior analyses, use of Picture exchange communication system and Prompting and prompt fading. The bottom line of behavior management entails laying down behavior expectations and positively reinforcing it. Inappropriate behavior cannot change unless an alternative one is introduced and reinforced.

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“…Her early and ongoing efforts in PBS were grounded in these findings, focusing largely on training and dissemination. Furthermore, as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, she was instrumental in yoking the disciplines of PBS and applied behavior analysis (e.g., Hieneman, 2015).…”

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In Memoriam: Mary Ellen (Meme) Hieneman (1965–2021)

Dunlap¹

2021

Journal of Positive Behavior Interventions

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Positive Behavior Support for Individuals with Behavior Challenges

Cited by 22 publications

References 42 publications

Qualitative exploration of psychotropic medication to manage challenging behaviour in adults with intellectual disability: views of family members

Qualitative exploration of psychotropic medication to manage challenging behaviour in adults with intellectual disability: views of family members

Autism Spectrum Disorder: Review of Common challenging behaviors and appropriate intervention strategies

In Memoriam: Mary Ellen (Meme) Hieneman (1965–2021)

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