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Causation of problematic behaviour in people with learning disabilities: 1
British Journal of Nursing (Mark Allen Publishing)
|May 9, 1996
Summary
Learning disability nurses must clarify behaviors often labeled "challenging." This article reviews the prevalence and causes of problematic behaviors, focusing on aggression in individuals with learning disabilities.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Psychology
- Disability Studies
Background:
- Challenging behaviors are frequently observed in individuals with learning disabilities.
- These behaviors are often broadly categorized, lacking specific definition.
- Understanding the root causes is crucial for effective care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To emphasize the necessity for learning disability nurses to precisely define "challenging/problematic behaviors."
- To discuss the prevalence of these behaviors in the learning disabled population.
- To review theoretical frameworks explaining the causation of problematic behaviors, particularly aggression.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of theories on problematic behavior causation.
- Analysis of the prevalence of challenging behaviors in people with learning disabilities.
- Examination of specific behavioral manifestations within this population.
Main Results:
- Challenging behaviors encompass a wide range of actions in individuals with learning disabilities.
- Existing theories offer explanations for aggression and violence, but require nuanced application.
- A clear definition of specific behaviors is needed for targeted interventions.
Conclusions:
- Learning disability nurses require a framework to explicate specific challenging behaviors.
- Understanding the prevalence and theoretical causes is foundational for intervention strategies.
- Further exploration is needed to interpret these behaviors effectively in practice.