British Journal of Occupational Therapy, 61(7), July 1998, pp.306-310.
Publisher:
Sage
Introduces the topic of challenging behaviour based on a review of the relevant literature and from work with people with cerebral palsy who challenge services. Discusses defining a behaviour as challenging, reasons for the behaviour, assessment and management of challenging behaviour.
Introduces the topic of challenging behaviour based on a review of the relevant literature and from work with people with cerebral palsy who challenge services. Discusses defining a behaviour as challenging, reasons for the behaviour, assessment and management of challenging behaviour.
This booklet is a basic introduction with a view to providing a greater understanding of challenging behaviour particularly as it relates to adults with cerebral palsy. Some broad strategies for managing challenging behaviour are discussed. Contents include: personal risk factors in cerebral palsy; reasons for challenging behaviour; management of challenging behaviour in cerebral palsy; post assessment; some key learning points; the pharmacological approach.
This booklet is a basic introduction with a view to providing a greater understanding of challenging behaviour particularly as it relates to adults with cerebral palsy. Some broad strategies for managing challenging behaviour are discussed. Contents include: personal risk factors in cerebral palsy; reasons for challenging behaviour; management of challenging behaviour in cerebral palsy; post assessment; some key learning points; the pharmacological approach.