Presentation AABAT forum 2012

Presentation AABAT Forum 2012 Encouraging Appropriate Behaviour: A Six-Step Approach

Copyright 2012, Savi Consulting Pty Ltd

changing behaviour is a journey different ways to get to same destination sometimes good to have a map

in this presentation: background principles BECOME six-steps strategies disclaimer & references

background

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key influences solution focus behavioural cognitive-behavioural

principles guide you when you approach situations prerequisites for good practice

unconditional positive regard positive role model consistency respond, do not react swapping or replacing behaviours problems into skills justified in intervening

BECOME 6 steps

BECOME a framework to use similar to framework used in first aid situations

identify specific behaviour what agreement is violated why is behaviour inappropriate description of behaviour so you know what needs to change

agreements are the foundation and: be positively framed broad statements address likely issues include consequences

ideas to include: respect safety & behaviour guidelines feedback work toward goals consequences

communication tools to describe behaviour: passive - assertive - aggressive I-messages vs You-messages

lookout for: injury - physical, emotional, psychological & relational consistency - ensure requests and behaviour are consistent for everyone

assessing the risk of aggression & violence Use ESP to help you

Category E - emotional arousal S - signs P - past history

Items fear frustration intimidation drugs injury illness recent or past

adapted from: San Francisco Policy Academy & Arrajj, 2010

when does it occur? why is it occurring? what triggers it? what need are they trying to meet?

beware of bias: blaming the person blaming the situation blaming the victim

Adapted Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs

different ways of responding

Principle - Avoid Physical Punishment teaches aggression increases intensity of emotional & physical response temporary results begin to avoid the punisher create wrong negative emotions generalised affect on other behaviours (Baldwin & Baldwin, 1998)

self reflection: how am I reacting? am I being consistent? have I contributed? can i handle this? am i too emotional right now? am i at risk?

implement plan of action

use tools and skills: communication - I-messages conflict resolution steps

use your strategies: naming it building or eroding shaping establishing agreements

use a common language for people to easily understand: that is disrespectful that is not okay that is fuelling the conflict

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disclaimer and references follow

references: Baldwin, John D. and Baldwin, Janice I. (1998) Behaviour Principles in Everyday Life, 3rd ed. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey, USA: Prentice-Hall Arrajj, Mike (2010) A Typology for Interpersonal Violence http://www.nhchc.org/2_2010Typolog yInterpersonalViolence_ Mike%20Arrajj.pdf (accessed 18/02/2011) San Francisco Police Academy. (undated) Learning domain 37: Persons with disabilities. New Recruit Training Manual. San Francisco: San Francisco Police Academy cited in Arrajj, Mike (2010) A Typology for Interpersonal Violence http://www.nhchc.org/ 2_2010TypologyInterpe rsonalViolence_Mike%20Arrajj.pdf (accessed 18/02/2011) Maslow, A. H. (1970). Motivation and personality 2nd ed. New York: Harper and Row cited in Rathus, Spencer. A. (2004) Psychology: Concepts and Connections Brief Version (7th ed.)

Belmont, CA, USA: Wadsworth/Thompson Learning

This presentation is copyright 2012, Savi Consulting Pty Ltd

disclaimer:

The aim of this presentation is to provide information relating to the management of behaviour in a variety of general settings, situations and circumstances. The information is intended only as a guide and does not replace appropriate professional training and adherence to ethical, professional and legal standards.

It is important to note that some behaviours may be the result of psychological or psychiatric illness. If mental health is a concern, seek the assistance from an appropriately qualified mental health professional. Special care needs to be taken in situations where aggressive and violent behaviour occurs or is threatened. Seek help from appropriate services and professionals.

The author and the publisher accept no responsibility or liability for the actions of any person who uses the information in this presentation. Any use of the information provided is at your own risk.

This presentation is provided with the understanding that the author and publisher are not engaged in providing psychological or counselling services.

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