Managing difficult behaviors show english

“Managing Difficult Behaviors at
Home”
P. S. 294, The Walton Avenue School
Principal: Mr. Daniel Russo
Assistant Principal: Nicole Perkins
Parent Coordinator: Jose Cabassa
Parent Workshop: October 12, 2018 at 8:15 a.m.
Facilitated by Gladys Manosalvas

Parent Workshop Norms
•Cell phones on silent
•Questions on handouts
•Restrooms
•Handouts

Define behavior:
“The way in which one acts or conducts oneself, especially toward others.”
–Google
“Problem behavior is behavior that is socially defined as a problem,
as a source of concern, or as undesirable”
–Richard Jessor, Center for the Study and Prevention of Violence
Institute of Behavioral Science
Define problem behavior:

Behavior
• What are some challenging behaviors?
- Tantrums
- Being defiant
- Talking back
- Homework completion challenges

Behavior
•Focus on one behavior at a time!!!

Basic Strategies We Use In
School
• Nonverbal Cues
• Nonverbal Transition Cues
• Time Outs
• Over Correction
• Notes of Praise
• Private Reminders
• Greetings
• On the Spot Corrections
• Notice and Comment
• When - Then

Using Positive Methods for Change at Home
Almost every family has experienced a time when
their child behaves in ways that seem very different
from his/her usual behavior. There are many types of
challenging behavior that may seem confusing,
inappropriate or even frightening. Some children
may act out in violent ways, like biting, kicking, or
hitting themselves or others with objects.
Understanding why this behavior occurs and
addressing it in a positive way can help prevent
future occurrences.

Five Facts Every Family Should
Know
All behavior is a form of communication.
Everybody communicates through behavior. An infant may
cry when she is hungry or wet, just like an adult may
yawn when he is bored at work. Adults and children are
communicating something through their behavior during
every moment in every day, even if they are not aware of
it. A child's problematic or inappropriate behavior is a sign
that he is upset and that something is not right.

Know
There is always a reason for problem behavior.
Children sometimes have trouble communicating,
because they may not know the words to describe
how they are feeling or what to do in a difficult
situation. At these times, children may act out their
feelings or needs. Thus children engage in
challenging behavior for a reason. The purpose may
be getting someone's attention, stopping an activity
they don’t like, or gaining sensory pleasure — but
there is always a reason behind the behavior.

Know
There can be many reasons behind one specific behavior.
Children with challenging behavior are sending adults the
message that something is not right or that their needs are
not being met. There could be many reasons for a single
behavior, such as being hungry, scared, hurt, tired, bored,
wet, sad or angry. Some children have a hard time knowing
how to tell adults they are angry, so they act out in ways that
get them into trouble. Other children may engage in behavior
that seems destructive, because they enjoy the physical
sensation, for example punching things or pulling threads
from clothing. Sometimes children feel unsafe or out of
control, so they take inappropriate action over the things
they do control, like being able to kick or hurt someone. A
child who has tried several times to communicate to adults
about what he needs, but whose needs remain unmet, will
often use problem behavior as a way of sending a very loud
message.

Know
Adults can learn to understand and interpret
children's challenging behavior.
Since children often use their behavior to tell us
what they need, adults can help the child by
figuring out the meaning behind the child's behavior.
All children, but especially those who display
challenging behavior, need the consistency of a
reliable and loving adult who will provide support
and guidance, especially during difficult times. Just
as it is important to find meaning in children's
behavior, it is equally important for adults to be
aware of the meaning in their own behavior.
Children learn a lot through the messages that
adults send everyday.*

Know
Children's challenging behavior can be reduced with
support, not punishment.
Once adults understand what children are communicating
through their behavior, they can respond better. When
children feel respected and have their needs met, there is
no longer a reason to use challenging behavior to
communicate. Yelling at or punishing a child for a
behavior may stop the behavior for the moment, but it
does not give the child support or provide alternate ways
to act in difficult situations. When adults use punishment,
they are sending the message that anger is a good way to
solve problems. When adults help children find positive
ways to communicate their needs to others, children learn
important social and problem-solving skills that will help
them throughout their life.**

Factors That Contribute to
Challenging Behavior
To better understand what a child may be
communicating through challenging behavior, it
is important for adults to play detective and
gather information. Think about when, where
and with whom the challenging behavior occurs.
Notice any patterns that occur. Think carefully
about your child's day at school, home and other
places you tend to see challenging behavior.

Structured Environment
School Routines / Schedules Home Routines / Schedules

Structured Environment
(continued)
Good and Non-preferred surprises should
be embedded into daily schedules:
• 5 minutes of computer
• 3 minutes of handwriting
When we do have unexpected
surprises students may react more
appropriately:
• Going to the dentist
• When it’s raining and we can’t go
to the park

When I Can Scream
Sample Social Story 1

Insert picture of your child or student here.
My name is ___________________.
© 2011. PositivelyAutism.com

Insert picture of your child or student here.
I have a loud voice and a quiet voice.
All people have a loud voice and a quiet voice.

When a person yells with a very loud voice, it is called
screaming.

There are sometimes when it is okay to scream.

It is okay to scream if I get hurt or lost and need help.

Usually, I can scream and use my loud voice if I am
outside and no one is too close to me.

When kids use a loud voice and scream close to other
people, it can hurt other people’s ears.

(c) 2011. PositivelyAutism.com
I will try to use my quiet voice when people are close to
me, even when I am outside.

When I am inside, I will try to use my quiet, inside voice.

It is important to use an inside voice because loud
screaming can hurt other people’s ears.

My parents or teacher can help me practice using an
inside voice.

I am learning about when I can scream.
The End

Calm Down Techniques
~ Sensory Calm down Walks ~ Sensory Breaks ~

Effective Communication
•Small Chunks
•Clear and Precise Language
•One voice
•One topic
When communicating:

All behaviors are reinforced
(negative and positive)
1. Wearing Glasses
2. Driving your car
3. Going to the doctor when you are sick
4. Paying your cell phone bill
5. Going on a diet

In hindsight:
• Students do not need more motivation to behave,
they need the skills to do so
• Chronic behavioral challenges should be treated like
any other learning disability, by assessing for and
then targeting skills deficits – particularly in the
areas of flexibility, frustration tolerance, and
problem solving.
• Facilitate a conversation with the student to
collaboratively come up with a solution to a
behavioral problem they’re struggling with (build
skills naturally)

Presented by:
Gladys Manosalvas
gmanosalvas@schools.nyc.gov

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