The Little Book of Practical Solutions

Author: Edward Hughes, MA.

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The Little Book of Practical Solutions presents a concise yet comprehensive review of the issues related to problem behavior by individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health needs. The book is written in an informal jargon-free style and is designed to be a resource for family members, case managers, qualified mental retardation professionals, advocates, direct support professionals, and clinicians without advanced training in psychology or behavior analysis.

Because of this, The Little Book includes support strategies that can be implemented by treatment teams with or without the guidance of specialized clinicians. Even in those instances where specialized clinicians are involved, The Little Book will assist readers in being active participants in the development of formal support strategies and in assessing the appropriateness of recommendations from specialized consultants.

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78 pages Printed 2006 ISBN 1-57256-023-1

Table of Contents

Chapter 1:

Understanding Problem Behavior

Reinforcement

Triggering and Contributing Events

Putting the Pieces Together

One More Time

Chapter 2: 

Getting Started

Medical Assessment

Mental Health Assessment

Signs and Symptoms That Something Is Wrong

Sleep

Appetite

Activity Level

Making the Referral

Getting Started

Chapter 3: 

Support Strategies

The Importance of Communication: Setting the Tone

Environmental Contributors to Problem Behavior

Providing Choice and Self-determination

Individualized Behavior Support Strategies

Exercise

Improving Sleep

Dietary Modifications

Positive Mood Induction

Self-Monitoring

Relaxation Strategies

Art

Behavioral Contracts

Rule Rehearsal

Aromatherapy

Music

Problem Solving Dictionary

Sensory Activities

Verbal Strategies

De-escalation Strategies

Implementation and Monitoring

In Closing

Appendix A: Behavioral Equivalents for Some DSM-IV Disorders

Appendix B: Tacking Sheets

Appendix C: Self Monitoring and Behavioral Contracts

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