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A case study reportedly involving possession

J K Murphy, P J Brantley

    Journal of Behavior Therapy and Experimental Psychiatry
    |December 1, 1982
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    This case report shows a behavioral intervention effectively managed possession-like behaviors in an adolescent. The differential reinforcement of other behavior (DRO) strategy, using rewards and ignoring unusual incidents, proved successful.

    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Behavioral Science
    • Clinical Case Study

    Background:

    • Investigates the efficacy of behavioral interventions for complex behavioral presentations.
    • Addresses the management of behaviors described as 'possession' in adolescents.
    • Explores non-pharmacological approaches in psychiatric care.

    Observation:

    • A case report focusing on an adolescent female exhibiting behaviors consistent with 'possession'.
    • The intervention involved differential reinforcement of other behavior (DRO), a method rewarding absence of target behaviors.
    • Monetary and social reinforcements were utilized for appropriate behaviors, while 'possession' incidents were ignored.

    Findings:

    • The differential reinforcement of other behavior (DRO) intervention was successfully implemented.

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  • The behavioral strategy led to a reduction or management of the reported 'possession' behaviors.
  • The intervention was effectively administered by the subject's great-grandmother, highlighting feasibility in a familial context.

    • Implications:

    • Suggests behavioral interventions can be effective for managing unusual or extreme behaviors.
    • Demonstrates the potential for non-clinical caregivers to implement behavioral strategies.
    • Highlights the need for further research into behavioral approaches for conditions presenting with 'possession-like' symptoms.