Monday, November 22nd 2010
Managing Challenging Behaviours using low arousal approaches.
A practical one-day workshop with Andrew McDonnell PhD.
The presenter
This one day workshop will be lead by Andrew McDonnell PhD, Clinical Psychologist and author of ‘Managing aggressive behaviour in care settings: The use of low arousal approaches ‘ recently published in April 2010 by Wiley.
A recent review of this book by ‘Dr Brodie Paterson, University of Stirling stated that ‘Low arousal approaches substantially demonstrate their relevance to current practice’.
Andrew regularly delivers workshops in low arousal approaches across a range of European care services. Andrew has published extensively about the approach and is considered to be a leading international expert in the area of non confrontational approaches.
Aims of the day
This interactive workshop aims to provide course participants with a practical understanding of low arousal approaches. Through the medium of video and case descriptions a pragmatic approach to the management of challenging behaviours across a variety of acre settings will be explored. The use of group based discussions is an integral part of the day.
Who Should Attend?
The day is open to both frontline care staff and interested professionals in the healthcare field.
The Venue
ORT House 126 Albert St Camden London NW1 7NE. Directions: click here for directions