Snoezelen: Does Research Support its Effectiveness?

Presentation Type

Oral and/or Visual Presentation

Presenter Major(s)

Therapeutic Recreation

Mentor Information

Teresa Beck

Department

Therapeutic Recreation

Location

Kirkhof Center 2263

Start Date

10-4-2013 12:00 AM

End Date

10-4-2013 12:00 AM

Keywords

Health

Abstract

Snoezelen, a multi-sensory stimulation method which originated in the Netherlands, has become a commonly used intervention in the United States over the last 15 years. A multi-sensory environment is an environment designed to stimulate the senses through light, sound, touch and smell. Its use has been in multiple settings within health care and education and with different disability groups to manage maladaptive behaviors, promote mood, and increase communication. This study will examine the research that supports therapeutic outcomes of Snoezelen used with older adults with dementia and persons diagnosed with autism.

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Snoezelen: Does Research Support its Effectiveness?

Kirkhof Center 2263

Snoezelen, a multi-sensory stimulation method which originated in the Netherlands, has become a commonly used intervention in the United States over the last 15 years. A multi-sensory environment is an environment designed to stimulate the senses through light, sound, touch and smell. Its use has been in multiple settings within health care and education and with different disability groups to manage maladaptive behaviors, promote mood, and increase communication. This study will examine the research that supports therapeutic outcomes of Snoezelen used with older adults with dementia and persons diagnosed with autism.