Workshop
Description:
NSTM has been successfully practiced by its university-affiliated
project in a wide variety of settings. The workshop is designed
to present the multiple-model format in some detail. Each model
will be presented separately, highlighting applications to overall
program planning.
Since NSTM focuses on creating an efficient management system
within whatever setting if is practiced, the management forms
and interacting systems will be demonstrated with an eye toward
developing variations for participant's use.
Our goal will be to have the participants leave with both a conceptual
and practical understanding of NSTM in order to broaden community
based programming in their areas. Attitude change will be fostered
by reference to over 25 years of our data.
Workshop Objectives:
1. To provide participants with a brief overview of Natural Setting
Therapeutic Management (NSTM) as it has been employed with individuals
who present challenging behaviors in New Jersey.
2. To provide participants with both a practical and conceptual
understanding of three major components of NSTM:
