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ERIC Number: EJ689784
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2004-Jan
Pages: 28
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ISSN: ISSN-0145-4455
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Behavioral Interventions to Reduce the Pica of Persons with Developmental Disabilities
McAdam, David B.; Sherman, James A.; Sheldon, Jan B.; Napolitano, Deborah A.
Behavior Modification, v28 n1 p45-72 Jan 2004
The consumption of nonfood items (i. e., pica) frequently occurs in persons with developmental disabilities. Pica may result in the puncture or blockage of the digestive tract, infestation by gastrointestinal parasites, and can interfere with an individuals daily learning, occupational performance, and quality of life. Twenty-six published studies have examined the efficacy of behavioral-intervention packages (e. g., differential reinforcement of other behavior, noncontingent attention, or overcorrection) on the pica of persons with developmental disabilities. This article reviews those studies and discusses the effectiveness, generality, and acceptability of the various intervention packages used to reduce pica. Additionally, this article highlights the recent clinical advancements that have been made in the treatment of the pica of persons with developmental disabilities.
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Publication Type: Information Analyses; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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