Citation

Neufeld A, Fantuzzo JW. J. Behav. Ther. Exp. Psychiatry 1984; 15(1): 79-83.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1984, Elsevier Publishing)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

6470161

Abstract

This study introduces the Bubble Helmet, a protective device, as an effective means of treating severe cases of self-biting behavior with disturbed developmentally disabled persons. The apparatus is a clear plastic sphere which fastens over the client's head, shielding the mouth from contact with hands and forearms. Use of the bubble in a response-contingent manner effectively eliminated the intense self-biting behavior of a 9-year-old autistic child in a community-based group home. This made it possible for her to be placed in a less restrictive community facility.

Language: en