title: Behavioral considerations.
abstract: In dentistry, pain and discomfort are often the primary motivators for a patient to seek care. In this article, the dentist receives an exposure to what a crisis situation encompasses, two common emotional responses patients may exhibit in crisis, and examples of patient abuse that require crisis intervention. Behavioral intervention strategies are highlighted to offer complete treatment for the dental patient.
authors.forename: E
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Holmes-Johnson
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Geboy
authors.forename: E J
authors.initials: EJ
authors.lastname: Getka
mesh_terms: D000786:Anger; D001007:Anxiety / Q000523:psychology; D001519:Behavior; D002648:Child; D002649:Child Abuse; D003419:Crisis Intervention; D003729:Dental Care / Q000523:psychology*; D003812:Dentist-Patient Relations; D006801:Humans; D010808:Physical Examination; D013179:Spouse Abuse