Frontline Staff and Trainer Perspectives on Implementing and Adhering to Positive Behaviour Support in Intellectual Disabilities Care: A Mixed-Methods Study

IF 2.1 3区医学 Q2 PSYCHOLOGY, EDUCATIONAL

Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities Pub Date : 2025-02-23 DOI:10.1111/jar.70023

Eke Bruinsma, Annelies A. de Bildt, Pieter J. Hoekstra, Gerda M. de Kuijper, Barbara J. van den Hoofdakker

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Abstract

Background

We aimed to identify key factors in implementing and adhering to positive behaviour support (PBS), provided by frontline staff, targeting challenging behaviours of people with intellectual disabilities living in residential group homes.

Method

Using semi-structured interviews with 12 frontline staff members, we collected perspectives on a PBS training that they received. In two separate focus groups with nine frontline staff members and nine PBS trainers, we discussed factors perceived to influence PBS implementation and adherence. Hybrid coding and thematic analysis were employed.

Results

Frontline staff were positive about the content of the training and noticed improvements in challenging behaviours of the people they cared for. Key factors for implementation and adherence included organisation-wide embedding of PBS, management support, motivating staff, clear documentation, regular evaluations, and additional training sessions.

Conclusions

This study provides valuable insights for the implementation of and adherence to frontline staff-provided PBS.

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Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities Multiple-

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4.70

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12.50%

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期刊介绍： JARID is an international, peer-reviewed journal which draws together findings derived from original applied research in intellectual disabilities. The journal is an important forum for the dissemination of ideas to promote valued lifestyles for people with intellectual disabilities. It reports on research from the UK and overseas by authors from all relevant professional disciplines. It is aimed at an international, multi-disciplinary readership. Topics covered include community living, quality of life, challenging behaviour, communication, sexuality, medication, ageing, supported employment, family issues, mental health, physical health, autism, economic issues, social networks, staff stress, staff training, epidemiology and service provision.