Positive Behaviour Support focuses on understanding behaviours of concern within the wider context of a person’s life. It considers the factors that may influence behaviour and uses this understanding to develop supportive and practical approaches.
At YMT Care the approach considers areas such as communication, environment, relationships, daily routines and individual preferences. The aim is to support skills, dignity, choice and quality of life while helping create environments that work better for the participant.
Explore how the participant communicates their needs and how communication may relate to behaviours of concern.
Consider the surroundings and situations that may influence how the participant responds.
Look at everyday routines and identify approaches that can make support more practical and consistent.
Work with relevant people around the participant to help create a shared and consistent approach.
Positive Behaviour Support takes a broader view of behaviour by considering the person and the environment around them. Communication, relationships, routines and individual needs can all provide important information when developing appropriate support approaches. This helps create strategies that are meaningful and relevant to everyday life.
Positive Behaviour Support is a person-centred and evidence-informed approach that looks at the broader factors influencing behaviours of concern.
PBS can consider communication, environment, relationships, daily routines and the individual’s needs and preferences.
No. PBS also focuses on building skills, strengthening supportive environments and improving quality of life.
The participant and relevant members of their support network can be involved. This may include family members, carers and support workers.
PBS may include skill-building approaches that help participants develop useful skills and take a more active role in everyday life.
Where relevant, Positive Behaviour Support aims to reduce reliance on restrictive practices by focusing on understanding behaviours of concern and developing appropriate support approaches.
