ERIC Number: EJ1201961
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Publication Date: 2019
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Psychomotor Therapy Targeting Anger and Aggressive Behaviour in Individuals with Mild or Borderline Intellectual Disabilities: A Systematic Review
Bellemans, Tina; Didden, Robert; van Busschbach, Jooske T.; Hoek, Pim T. A. P.; Scheffers, Mia W. J.; Lang, Russell B.; Lindsay, William R.
Journal of Intellectual & Developmental Disability, v44 n1 p121-130 2019
Background: Poor anger regulation is considered a risk factor of aggression in individuals with mild or borderline intellectual disabilities. Psychomotor therapy (PMT) targets anger regulation through body- and movement-oriented interventions. This study aims to inform practitioners on efficacy and research-base of PMT in this population. Method: This systematic review evaluated nine studies which met inclusion criteria in terms of participants, intervention procedures, outcomes and certainty of evidence. Results: Seven studies revealed a substantial reduction of aggressive behaviour or anger. Certainty of evidence was rated inconclusive in most cases due to absence of experimental control. Conclusions: We can conclude that body-oriented PMT, involving progressive relaxation and meditation procedure "Soles of the Feet", is a promising approach. However, the paucity of studies and methodological limitations preclude classifying it as an evidence-based practice. This suggests stronger methodological research and research aimed at PMT's mechanisms of action (e.g., improved interoceptive awareness) is warranted.
Descriptors: Self Control, Aggression, Mild Intellectual Disability, At Risk Persons, Psychomotor Skills, Intervention, Human Body, Program Effectiveness, Behavior Modification, Psychological Patterns, Coping
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Language: English
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