Video resource: An introduction to challenging behaviour

Introduction to challenging behaviour

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Using interviews with two parent carers, and with specialist input from Peter McGill, this 40 minute video gives a basic introduction to challenging behaviour associated with severe learning disabilities.

Complementing our information sheet Understanding Challenging Behaviour: Part 1, written by Peter McGill, the video has been produced for parents and carers of individuals with severe learning disabilities and behaviour described as challenging, or anyone wanting to understand what it can be like for the families involved.

Running time: 40 mins approx

Contents

Introduction

Daniel, Andrew and their families

What is Challenging Behaviour?

• Aggression
• Self injury
• Stereotyped behaviour
• Disruptive and destructive behaviour
• Challenging behaviour may put the individual or others at risk, & may prevent the use of ordinary community facilities or a normal home life

Why does challenging behaviour happen?

• No simple answer
• A means of communication and control
• Possible health-related cause

What can be done to reduce challenging behaviour?

• Ensure the individual’s needs are met
• Help develop communication skills
• Understand the purpose of the behaviour
• Look at what YOU can change
• Don’t expect change to be easy

Conclusion

• Remember you’re not alone
• Get help before you get to crisis point
• Fight for your child’s rights
• The importance of early intervention
• Looking back (Daniel’s sister)

Credits and out-takes

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