The voice of troubled youth: Children's and adolescents' ideas on helpful elements of care |
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Authors: | Bram Soenen Franky D'Oosterlinck Eric Broekaert |
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Institution: | 1. Ghent University, Department of Orthopedagogics, Belgium;2. OC Sint-Idesbald, De Zilten 52, 8800 Roeselare, Belgium;3. OOBC Nieuwe Vaart, Ghent, Belgium |
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Abstract: | This article presents the findings of a qualitative study in a Flemish centre for children and adolescents with emotional and behavioural disorders. The aim of this study was twofold. First, we wanted to examine how youth reflect on their own behaviour and that of their peers'. Secondly, we wanted to know what, according to the youth, are the most significant helpful elements of treatment. Analysis shows a continuum of negative behaviour, ranging from relatively ‘normal’ disruptive behaviour such as arguing, up to serious disruptive behaviour such as physical aggression. This behaviour has a negative influence on the climate of the organization. ‘Availability of staff’, ‘nearness of staff’, ‘a clear set of rules and boundaries’, and ‘some time on my own/some alone time’ are perceived as helpful elements of treatment. ‘Strictness’, ‘not listening’, and ‘inappropriate staff attitudes and interventions’ are perceived as counterproductive elements of treatment. Results are discussed and recommendations both on the orthopedagogical as well as on the scientific level are formulated. |
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Keywords: | Qualitative research Special education Residential care Emotional and behavioural disorders |
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