The Use of Snoezelen to Support People With Profound Intellectual and Multiple Disabilities: An International Survey Describing the Perspectives of Support Persons

IF 2.1 3区医学 Q2 PSYCHOLOGY, EDUCATIONAL Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities Pub Date : 2024-08-29 DOI:10.1111/jar.13295

Gemma Testerink, Annet ten Brug, Gerdine Douma, Annette van der Putten

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Abstract

Background

Snoezelen is often used for people with profound intellectual and multiple disabilities, but scarcely evaluated. This study aimed to provide insight into the application and perceived effects of snoezelen from the perspective of support persons.

Method

We conducted an international survey with professionals (n = 130) and relatives (n = 8) supporting people with profound intellectual and multiple disabilities. Information regarding the application and perceived effects was gathered. Content and descriptive analysis were used.

Results

Despite variation, common characteristics were identified regarding purpose, approach and context. Perceived positive effects mostly concerned improved mental health of the person receiving snoezelen (n = 88). A person-centred approach was reported as important element for positive effects.

Conclusions

This study describes the use of snoezelen for people with profound intellectual and multiple disabilities. These insights can be used for future research into working elements and effects of snoezelen and facilitate evidence-based support.

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使用 Snoezelen 支持重度智力和多重残疾人士：描述辅助人员观点的国际调查

研究背景 Snoezelen 经常被用于深度智障和多重残疾人士，但很少有人对其进行评估。本研究旨在从支持者的角度深入了解 snoezelen 的应用和感知效果。方法我们对支持深度智障和多重残疾人士的专业人士（130 人）和亲属（8 人）进行了一项国际调查。我们收集了有关应用和感知效果的信息。采用了内容分析和描述性分析。结果尽管存在差异，但在目的、方法和背景方面发现了共同特征。感知到的积极效果主要涉及改善接受 snoezelen 的人的心理健康（n = 88）。以人为本的方法被认为是产生积极效果的重要因素。结论本研究描述了为深度智力残疾和多重残疾人士使用 snoezelen 的情况。这些见解可用于今后对 snoezelen 工作要素和效果的研究，并促进以证据为基础的支持。

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Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities Multiple-

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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.