Mélange Accessibility for All Magazine July 2021 | Page 86

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Jill Holt Behaviour Parent / Teacher Consultant

Being a parent comes with its own fair share of joy and challenges. Having a child diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder( ASD) can amplify challenges when no clear strategies are available.

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Tips to help encourage positive behaviours in children

1. GIVE CLEAR AND CONCISE INSTRUCTIONS Ensure the language you are using is appropriate for the chronological and cognitive age of the child. The expectation of the instruction should be attainable and the instruction should only be stated once to avoid future noncompliance when instructions are stated.