Event Title
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.
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.