ERIC Number: EJ1187905
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Publication Date: 2017
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A Comparison of Natural and Non-Natural Soundscapes on People with Severe or Profound Intellectual and Multiple Disabilities
van den Bosch, Kirsten A.; Andringa, Tjeerd C.; Peterson, Wolter; Ruijssenaars, Wied A. J. J. M.; Vlaskamp, Carla
Journal of Intellectual & Developmental Disability, v42 n3 p301-307 2017
Background: Previous research indicates that there is a relationship between the auditory environment and the core affects (or mood) of people with severe or profound intellectual disability. We conducted a systematic study to further explore this relationship. Method: Thirteen participants with severe or profound intellectual disability and challenging behaviour were presented with 5 different soundscapes (Beach, Forest, Urban, Music, and Silence) in a dedicated room. Direct support professionals made core affect observations before and after each trial. Results: A trend was visible in the core affect observations, with a prominent and consistent increase in the frequency of observations of a Relaxed core affect across conditions. However, a greater increase in the frequency of observations of a Relaxed core affect and a greater decrease in the frequency of observations of an Interested core affect were associated with the natural conditions (Forest and Beach) rather than the non-natural conditions (Urban and Music). Conclusion: This pilot study could serve an important role in raising awareness and stimulating further research regarding the auditory environments of people with severe or profound intellectual disability.
Descriptors: Severe Intellectual Disability, Multiple Disabilities, Auditory Stimuli, Sensory Experience, Psychological Patterns, Foreign Countries, Adults
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Netherlands
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