A perspective on shifting trends in paediatric behaviour management
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Paediatric behaviour management evolved from strict compliance to compassionate, child-centred care. Modern approaches integrate emotional well-being and advanced techniques for better patient cooperation.
Area Of Science
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Behavioral Science
- Child Psychology
Background
- Historical behavior management prioritized compliance over child's emotional state.
- Early methods included Tell-Show-Do and Hand-Over-Mouth Exercise.
Purpose Of The Study
- Trace the historical transformation of pediatric behavior management.
- Highlight emerging models focusing on child's emotional well-being.
Main Methods
- Narrative review of historical and contemporary literature.
- Analysis of theoretical frameworks and clinical techniques.
Main Results
- Shift from behaviorist techniques to psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral approaches.
- Integration of trauma-informed and family-centered care.
- Technology like VR and mobile health enhances cooperation and reduces anxiety, aiding neurodiverse children.
Conclusions
- Paediatric behavior management has shifted from control to compassion.
- Emphasizes empathy, ethics, and individualized care.
- Future advancements should focus on personalized, evidence-based strategies centered on the child's emotional experience.
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