Make Directions Clear, Short, and Concise
State Directives in the Positive
State Directions as Directives, not as Questions
Provide Choices
Verbal Praise
Start with Easier Demands and Work up to More Challenging Demands
Mix up Challenging/Less-Preferred Demands with Easier/Preferred Demands
Reinforcement
Crisis Lines
Additional Mental Health and Wellness Resources
Helpful Videos
Simplify the home learning environment by reducing visual and auditory distractions
Set and try to keep a consistent schedule
Encourage good physical health
Connect with your student's teacher to keep them in the loop
Spend 1:1 time with your student when it does not involve academics or weekly demands
Look for ways to differentiate your role as a parent from your role as a teacher
Managing School Work/Homework
Please note that these are only suggestions for resources.
Please reach out to your student's school team for additional support.
How to support both students and parents
Behavior strategies you can begin implementing now
Adult Day Programs
Employment Programs
Independent Living Skills
Recreation/Social Activities
Respite Services
Supporting Agencies