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Peer reviewedBaltes, Margret M.; Zerbe, Melissa B. – Gerontologist, 1976
Single-subject reversal designs were used in teaching elderly nursing-home residents to change dependency behavior and to reacquire and maintain self-feeding skills. Fast control of self-feeding was obtained. Results are discussed. (Author)
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Educational Gerontology, Environmental Influences, Health Services
Direct linkBabbage, Duncan R. – Clinical Psychologist, 2005
"Disruptive" vocal behaviour is common in nursing homes, but presents significant management challenges. Non-pharmacological approaches have been found to be effective and preferable interventions in such situations. A case study is presented of an 85-year-old woman who displayed frequent screaming and calling out during personal care…
Descriptors: Psychologists, Older Adults, Nursing Homes, Health Facilities
