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A behavioural programme for the modification of encopresis

H Davis, W S Mitchell, F Marks

    Child: Care, Health and Development
    |September 1, 1976
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    This study shows a behavior modification program effectively treats encopresis (involuntary defecation) in children. Parental involvement in a home-based program leads to successful toilet training and sustained results.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Behavioral Health
    • Gastroenterology
    • Child Psychology

    Background:

    • Encopresis is a common childhood condition often resistant to traditional treatments.
    • Previous interventions include physical and psychotherapeutic methods with variable success rates.

    Observation:

    • A home-based behavior modification program was implemented for children with encopresis.
    • The program focused on increasing awareness of internal elimination cues and reinforcing appropriate toilet use.

    Findings:

    • Seven out of eleven children with encopresis achieved successful treatment and remained clean for up to seven months.
    • The behavioral approach proved effective even in chronic cases previously unresponsive to other therapies.

    Implications:

    • Behavioral interventions are a viable and effective treatment for childhood encopresis.
    • Individualized program assessment and parental motivation are crucial for success.
    • A maintenance phase is recommended to ensure long-term consistency and positive outcomes.

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