What Is a Debrief?
Purpose of a Debrief
Arranging a Debrief
Supporting Staff After Challenging Behavior
Follow-Up Considerations
Reflective Practice
Scheduling Debriefs
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Challenging Behavior – GPs
Lessons
Brief Description of Challenging Behavior
After completing this section, you will be able to explain: What challenging behavior means. Why an individual may display behavior that challenges others. Module 1 : what is challenging behavior
After completing this section, you will be able to explain: What challenging behavior means Why individuals may display behavior that challenges others Module 2 : understanding and recognizing challenging behavior
By the end of this section, you will understand: How challenging behavior may present in different individuals The role of antecedents and triggers in behavior escalation Common early warning signs to look out for How person-centered approaches reduce behavior that challenges The purpose and process of recording behavior using ABC charts Functional assessments and behavior formulations as support tools Module 3 : Good Communication
After completing this section, you should be able to understand: Why effective communication is important How communication relates to challenging behavior Techniques that support positive and respectful communication Module 4 : Managing risk and assessing behaviors
By the end of this section, learners should understand: How risk assessment helps prevent challenging behavior When risk assessment may not be feasible Key risk factors that increase the likelihood of challenging behavior Elements involved in safely managing risk Module 5 : Escalating and emergency behaviors
After completing this section, learners will understand: How to respond during escalating/emergency situations Why compassion, empathy & reassurance are essential The primary technique for de-escalating behavior Additional strategies that support de-escalation The importance of post-incident support after serious events Module 6 : Debriefs
What a debrief is and how to arrange one How to support staff following exposure to challenging behavior When and how debriefs should be scheduled