Functional Analytic Multisensory Environmental Therapy for People with Dementia. (17th January 2012)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Staal, Jason A.
• Other Names: Pantoni Leonardo Academic Editor.
• Is Part Of: International journal of alzheimer's disease. Volume 2012(2012)
• Publication Date: 2012-01-17
• Subjects: Alzheimer's disease -- Periodicals; 616.831005
• DOI: 10.1155/2012/294801
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2090-8024

Abstract

Abstract : This paper introduces Functional Analytic Multisensory Environmental Therapy (FAMSET) for use with elders with dementia while using a multisensory environment/snoezelen room. The model introduces behavioral theory and practice to the multisensory environment treatment, addressing assessment, and, within session techniques, integrating behavioral interventions with emotion-oriented care. A modular approach is emphasized to delineate different treatment phases for multisensory environment therapy. The aim of the treatment is to provide a safe and effective framework for reducing the behavioral disturbance of the disease process, increasing elder well-being, and to promote transfer of positive effects to other environments outside of the multisensory treatment room.