Step-by-step process to tackle behaviours that challenge
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Flow charts The following graphic is an example flow chart of the process we go through when tackling behaviours that challenge Hand outs of more flow charts… Read MoreEmpowering People, Launching lives
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29th July 2020
Flow charts The following graphic is an example flow chart of the process we go through when tackling behaviours that challenge Hand outs of more flow charts… Read More29th July 2020
Strategies to reduce behaviours that challenge Proactive and reactive strategies Once we know the function of a behaviour, where appropriate we can teach al… Read More29th July 2020
Functions of behaviour There are 4 functions of a behaviour. One behaviour can serve more than one function. For example, in the classroom a chil… Read More29th July 2020
What are behaviours that challenge? Many different behaviours can create a barrier to increasing socially significant behaviours, not simply just aggression or … Read More29th July 2020
Antecedents What are they? An antecedent is something that happens before a behaviour occurs This is in contrast to the consequence that occurs after … Read More29th July 2020
What happens following the behaviour We learned what behaviour is in lesson 2, now we will focus on the consequences and how they shape behaviour In beha… Read More29th July 2020
Definition Behaviour = anything that we do or say This includes thoughts and feelings; they are not discounted as is often thought Behaviour is … Read More29th July 2020
Behaviour analysis is... “Behaviour analysis is a natural science that seeks to understand the behaviour of individuals”¹ Put simply, by scientifically study… Read More29th July 2020
Here are a few things to note before you start this course: Take your time! You can dip in and out of the training as much as you like so feel free to start and… Read More1st July 2020
Transitions Uncertainty and unpredictability can cause distress in people with autism. By supporting them to develop systems and routines that are meaningful to t… Read More1st July 2020
Mental health Mental health conditions can frequently co-occur with autism, and they can be overlooked. People with autism and mental health issues may also pr… Read More1st July 2020
Sensory processing difficulties Sensory processing refers to how the nervous system receives and interprets messages through the various senses and turns them int… Read More1st July 2020
Behaviours that challenge Some people with autism demonstrate behaviours that challenge. These can be difficult times for family and carers, and a time of signifi… Read More1st July 2020
People with autism should be actively included in discussions that impact their lives. Communication is more than just expressing needs and wants. It is a two way… Read More1st July 2020
Support in early years and school When looking at educational settings for your child it is important to know what options are available so that you can make the … Read More1st July 2020
What is autism? Autism is lifelong. It is not an illness or disease so cannot be cured. Autism is a developmental disability that impacts how people perceive the … Read More1st July 2020
Here are a few things to note before you start this course Take your time! You can dip in and out of the training as much as you like so feel free to start and … Read More24th June 2020
All staff should receive regular training and professional development for their role, as well as wider issues which affect their role. Training such as this, is … Read More