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The Little Book of Practical Solutions
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Author: Edward Hughes, MA.
Description:
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
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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
References
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Author: Karyn Harvey, PhD
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Multi-Media CDs of NADD 25th Annual Conference Presentations
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