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Blakeley-Smith, Audrey; Meyer, Allison T.; Boles, Richard E.; Reaven, Judy – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2021
Background: Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and intellectual disability evidence significant anxiety. This study aimed to adapt a group cognitive behaviour therapies (CBT) programme designed for youth with ASD and anxiety to meet the cognitive, communication, and behavioural needs of adolescents with intellectual disability, and…
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Cognitive Restructuring, Group Therapy, Anxiety
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Kerth, Denise Marzullo; Progar, Patrick R.; Morales, Sabrina – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2009
Background: Self-restraint is a pervasive phenomenon among individuals who engage in self-injurious behaviour (SIB). Materials and Methods: The present study examined the use of clothing as a socially acceptable alternative to self-restraint to reduce SIB and other topographies of self-restraint in an adolescent diagnosed with autism. Two separate…
Descriptors: Self Destructive Behavior, Self Control, Injuries, Behavior Disorders
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Finn, Lori L.; Sturmey, Peter – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2009
Background: Community service providers strive to reduce the use of restrictive behavioural procedures, but little is known about their use in community services. Therefore, this study analysed the distribution among service users and antecedents to the use of restrictive procedures. Materials: The authors analysed records of the use of…
Descriptors: Community Services, Mental Retardation, Adolescents, Day Programs