Abstract
Background: Poor anger regulation is considered a risk factor of aggression in individuals with mild or borderline intellectual disabilities. Psychomotor therapy (PMT) targets anger regulation through body- and movement-oriented interventions. This study aims to inform practitioners on efficacy and research-base of PMT in this population. Method: This systematic review evaluated nine studies which met inclusion criteria in terms of participants, intervention procedures, outcomes and certainty of evidence. Results: Seven studies revealed a substantial reduction of aggressive behaviour or anger. Certainty of evidence was rated inconclusive in most cases due to absence of experimental control. Conclusions: We can conclude that body-oriented PMT, involving progressive relaxation and meditation procedure "Soles of the Feet", is a promising approach. However, the paucity of studies and methodological limitations preclude classifying it as an evidence-based practice. This suggests stronger methodological research and research aimed at PMT's mechanisms of action (e.g., improved interoceptive awareness) is warranted.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 121-130 |
Number of pages | 10 |
Journal | Journal of intellectual & developmental disability |
Volume | 44 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2-Jan-2019 |
Keywords
- Psychomotor therapy
- body-oriented
- mild or borderline intellectual disabilities
- anger
- aggressive behaviour
- ADULTS
- MANAGEMENT
- INTERVENTION
- RELAXATION
- PREVALENCE
- SERVICES
- PEOPLE
- BODY