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Positive Systems Approach – Systems Factor #5: Intensity
Section 1: Introduction to Positive Reinforcement in Behavioural Support Positive reinforcement is a core technique in behavioural...
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Nov 6, 202436 min read
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Positive Systems Approach: Systems Factor #4: Portability
Ensuring a cohesive and consistent approach across settings and over time is essential for supporting individuals with developmental...
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Oct 28, 20244 min read
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Creating Consistency in Positive Behaviour Systems: The Importance of Core Teams and Written Protocols
In the realm of positive behaviour support systems, achieving consistency and commitment is essential for meaningful change. This isn’t...
drbobcarey
Oct 21, 20244 min read
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The Importance of Perseverance in the Positive Systems Approach: Supporting Individuals with Complex Behaviours
In the realm of caregiving for individuals with intellectual challenges, autism spectrum disorders, and severe behavioural issues,...
drbobcarey
Oct 17, 20243 min read
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The Importance of System Flexibility in a Positive Systems Approach to Support Individuals with Challenging Behaviours
Introduction When supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and challenging behaviours, a holistic approach that considers...
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Oct 12, 20248 min read
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The Impact of Intensive Stimulation on Reducing Challenging Behaviours in Autism and Developmental Disabilities: Individual Factor #7 in Positive Systems Approach
In recent years, research into the effects of intensive stimulation on individuals with autism and developmental disabilities has yielded...
drbobcarey
Sep 26, 20247 min read
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The Importance of Therapeutic Rapport and Trauma-Informed Care in Positive Systems Approach: Enhancing Support for Vulnerable Populations
In the realm of caregiving and therapeutic support, the foundation of meaningful outcomes lies not in techniques alone but in the...
drbobcarey
Sep 23, 20243 min read
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The Role of Coping Skills in Positive Systems Approach
In the realm of behavioural interventions, addressing challenging behaviours necessitates equipping individuals with effective coping...
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Sep 14, 20243 min read
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Transforming Negative Events into Positive Interactions: A Positive Systems Approach Using Re-Direction
When working with individuals facing behavioural challenges, there’s an opportunity to transform potential negative events into positive...
drbobcarey
Sep 9, 20245 min read
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Positive Systems Approach: A Case Study – Paul’s Story:
When I first started out as a psychologist, fresh from my training in both clinical psychology (counseling) and applied behaviour...
drbobcarey
Sep 3, 20246 min read
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Understanding How Feedback Loops in a System Can Reinforce Existing Patterns Of Behaviour Or Catalyze New Patterns And Interactions.
In the realm of psychological and behavioural interventions, it is essential to recognize that individuals are not isolated entities but...
drbobcarey
Aug 28, 20247 min read
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The Power of Reinforcement and Human Connection: A Positive Systems Approach
In the journey of supporting individuals with intellectual and behavioural challenges, it’s crucial to understand the profound impact of...
drbobcarey
Aug 19, 20245 min read
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Understanding Behaviour as Communication: A Comprehensive Approach
In the realm of behaviour management and intervention strategies, one paradigm stands out for its emphasis on empathy, understanding,...
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Aug 11, 20245 min read
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Understanding Behavioural Challenges: A Comprehensive Approach to Identification and Assessment
Introduction In the realm of clinical psychology and behaviour analysis, understanding the complexities behind behavioural challenges...
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Jul 23, 202412 min read
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Positive Systems Approach: Addressing Power and Control Issues in Support Relationships with Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
In the realm of caregiving and support for individuals with developmental disabilities, the dynamics of power and control play a crucial...
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Jul 19, 20245 min read
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The Importance of Considering Cultural Factors When Identifying Behavioural Challenges and Planning Interventions
Behavioural challenges are a universal phenomenon, but their identification and the strategies used to address them are deeply influenced...
drbobcarey
Jul 9, 20245 min read
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To Punish or Not to Punish? That is the Real Question: Understanding the Role of Punishment in Behavioural Interventions
The use of punishment in behavioural treatment plans is a topic that evokes strong opinions and ethical considerations. At our Positive...
drbobcarey
Jul 3, 20243 min read
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What About the Systems Part of Positive Systems Approach
3. Triangulation: The Karpman "Drama Triangle"; "Let's you and him [her] fight" (Berne, "Games People Play", 1982); "Divide to...
terry77005
Jul 2, 20244 min read
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Understanding Ableism and Its Impact on People with Intellectual DisabilitiesIntroduction
Ableism, deeply ingrained in societal structures and attitudes, perpetuates the marginalization and discrimination faced by people with...
drbobcarey
Jun 27, 20245 min read
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What About the Systems Part of Positive Systems Approach
2. Imprecise, or "sensational", emotionally charged “editorializing”, indicative of "emotional reasoning", "gaslighting", or other...
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Jun 25, 20244 min read
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