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In 1998 Moniz-Cook suggested that behavioural analysis is often the starting point of most other forms of therapeutic intervention in dementia. And modern behavioural approaches can be wholly consistent with person-centred care. | In 1998 Moniz-Cook suggested that behavioural analysis is often the starting point of most other forms of therapeutic intervention in dementia. And modern behavioural approaches can be wholly consistent with person-centred care. | ||
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The efficacy of behavioural therapy has been demonstrated in the context of dementia in a small number of studies (Burgio & Fisher, 2000). For example, there is evidence of successful reductions in wandering, incontinence and other forms of stereotypical behaviours (Woods, 1999). | The efficacy of behavioural therapy has been demonstrated in the context of dementia in a small number of studies (Burgio & Fisher, 2000). For example, there is evidence of successful reductions in wandering, incontinence and other forms of stereotypical behaviours (Woods, 1999). | ||
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Revision as of 14:07, 11 May 2012
Behavioural Interventions
In 1998 Moniz-Cook suggested that behavioural analysis is often the starting point of most other forms of therapeutic intervention in dementia. And modern behavioural approaches can be wholly consistent with person-centred care.
Emerson suggests focusing on three key features when designing an intervention:
- Taking account of the individual’s preferences
- Changing the context in which the behaviour takes place
- Using reinforcement strategies and schedules that reduce the behaviour
The efficacy of behavioural therapy has been demonstrated in the context of dementia in a small number of studies (Burgio & Fisher, 2000). For example, there is evidence of successful reductions in wandering, incontinence and other forms of stereotypical behaviours (Woods, 1999).
