Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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901537 | Behavior Therapy | 2011 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
The authors used a reinforcer assessment to evaluate possible interventions for hoarding in an older individual with dementia. The most preferred condition from the assessment (sorting activity) was compared to a staff developed treatment involving item removal and redirection. Hoarding was reduced during both interventions with a greater reduction in the sorting condition. The behavioral reductions were maintained during schedule thinning of social interactions and follow-up.
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Authors
Jonathan C. Baker, Linda A. LeBlanc, Paige B. Raetz, Laura C. Hilton,