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PBS & Physical intervention. A child and adult support perspective. PBS & Physical Intervention.
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PBS & Physical intervention A child and adultsupport perspective
PBS & Physical Intervention • ‘Positive Behavioural Support (PBS) is an approach that blends values about the rights of people with disabilities with a practical science about how learning and behaviour change occur. The overriding goal of positive behavioural support is to enhance quality of life for individuals and their support providers’ (Horner, 1999) • Restrictive Physical intervention is the use of force to control a person’s behaviour.
What does PBS mean in practice? • Practical & effective way of responding to challenges caused by problem behaviours. • Reverse relationship with Physical intervention. • Focus is on early intervention
What does Physical Intervention mean in practice • Focus should always be on non- physical reactive strategies. • Risks assessment including medical risks. • The purpose of physical intervention. • It is not a sign of failure. • Routine assessment for physical or psychological distress. • Clearly documented. • Debrief with all involved.
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Physical Intervention good practice • Why does Physical Intervention have a place as part of Positive Behavioural Support?
Use of Physical Intervention • How can we ensure Physical intervention is used only when necessary for both children and adults? • What needs to be in place to safe guard children and adults?
Workshop • How can the successful use and assessment of physical interventions (PI) help support PBS in your setting? • How is PI delivered in your setting? • Is it part of a proactive / positive approach? • How is it monitored? Could this process be more rigorous? • Are all PI carried out consistently as part of an individual plan developed in the service users best interest? • How up to date is your policy? • Can you think of examples that highlight PBS and PI?