When a child with autism is behaving in a manner that is concerning and seemingly unmanageable, negative feelings such as fear, frustration, sadness, overwhelming anxiety, and a loss of self-confidence in knowing what to do can overcome a parent, teacher, or caregiver.
In these moments learning to take a step back, engage in mindful breathing, and ask yourself.
“What is it that this child is trying to accomplish with this behavior?”
will assist in obtaining insight into how to thoughtfully respond to the behavior with a plan that improves the situation for both an immediate and long-term benefit.
