In the previous two posts, we learnt about challenging behaviours caregivers to children with autism may encounter and why they occur. Let’s delve into some strategies to prevent and manage challenging behaviours at home. Positive Behaviour Support is a set of strategies used to increase quality of life and decrease behaviour challenges by teaching new…
This is the 2nd post of our 3-parter Caregiver Series. Why does your loved one with autism display certain challenging behaviours? Understanding the functions of behaviours is the first step in helping them respond more appropriately. (Note: The examples stated below may not apply to all children as the contest of their behaviours may vary.)…
This post is part of a special series on challenging behaviours Persons with Autism (PWAs) and their caregivers may experience. These behaviours can interfere with their daily living and impact their quality of life. What are some challenging behaviours in PWAs?– Danger to self/others: Includes pinching, scratching, hitting and biting.– Property destruction: For example breaking…