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Reduction of eye gouging using a response interruption procedure.

K J Slifer, B A Iwata, M F Dorsey

    Journal of Behavior Therapy and Experimental Psychiatry
    |December 1, 1984
    PubMed
    Summary

    A response interruption procedure effectively reduced self-injurious eye gouging in a profoundly impaired male. This intervention decreased restraint use, enabling participation in daily activities and maintaining results long-term.

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    Area of Science:

    • Behavioral Psychology
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Applied Behavior Analysis

    Background:

    • Self-injurious behavior (SIB) is a significant challenge in individuals with profound intellectual and developmental disabilities.
    • Severe congenital impairments in vision and hearing can complicate assessment and treatment of SIB.
    • Previous interventions, including differential reinforcement of other behavior (DRO), were ineffective in reducing the target behavior.

    Observation:

    • A profoundly retarded male with severe congenital vision and hearing impairments engaged in self-inflicted eye gouging.
    • Continuous mechanical restraint was necessary to prevent eye gouging, hindering educational and play participation.
    • Behavioral and medical assessments indicated the eye gouging likely served as a source of sensory self-stimulation.

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    Findings:

    • A contingent response interruption procedure significantly reduced the frequency of eye gouging.
    • The intervention also decreased the amount of time the individual required mechanical restraints.
    • Treatment effects were successfully replicated in group settings and the natural environment.

    Implications:

    • Response interruption is a viable and effective treatment for severe self-injurious behavior in individuals with profound disabilities.
    • Training parents and school personnel can ensure treatment generalization and maintenance.
    • Reducing SIB and restraint use can improve quality of life and opportunities for participation in educational and social activities.