An analysis of Snoezelen equipment to reinforce persons with severe or profound mental retardation
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-2004
Abstract
Systematically developing methods of reinforcement for persons with severe and profound mental retardation has only recently received a good deal of attention. This topic is important since professionals in the field often have difficulty identifying sufficient numbers of positive stimuli. Snoezelen equipment as reinforcement for individuals with severe and profound mental retardation was evaluated because of the promise it holds for this population. Types of Snoezelen equipment which were most often approached and most reinforcing for these persons were identified. Implications of the findings for future assessment and treatment are discussed.
Publication Source (Journal or Book title)
Research in developmental disabilities
First Page
89
Last Page
95
Recommended Citation
Matson, J. L., Bamburg, J. W., & Smalls, Y. (2004). An analysis of Snoezelen equipment to reinforce persons with severe or profound mental retardation. Research in developmental disabilities, 25 (1), 89-95. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ridd.2003.10.001