The July issue of Epilepsy and Behavior, researchers report that behavioral interventions such as modeling, counter-conditioning, escape extinction and differential reinforcement based shaping procedures was effective in encouraging EEG compliance in children with developmental disabilities therefore avoiding sedation, restraints or anesthesia. 

Reference:  Keith J. Slifer, Kristin T. Avis and Robin A. Frutchey (2008) Behavioral intervention to increase compliance with eectroencephalographic procedures in children with developmental disabilities Epilepsy and Behavior 13 (1): 189-195.

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