Behavioral Challenges Archives | Page 8 of 17 | Homeschool Academics

Resistance to Touch or Physical Prompts

Solution: Use visual or verbal cues instead of physical interaction. Result: Reduces stress and aggression during instructions.

Resistance to Verbal Strategies

Use written visual self-talk prompt like flashcards or sticky notes. Tips: Offers non-verbal alternatives for students who prefer quiet reflection.

Sensory Overload During Group Activities

Solution: Create sensory breaks with calming activities like deep pressure or fidget tools. Result: Reduces sensory overload and prevents meltdowns.

Sensory Overload from Crowded Areas

Solution: Provide access to quiet spaces or reduce the time spent in high-stimulus areas. Result: Prevents aggressive behaviors triggered by overwhelming sensory input.

Struggling to Adapt Self-Talk to Specific Situations

Helps students tailor self-talk to their needs. Tip: Provide situational examples, like 'I can try again' for mistakes or 'It's not my fault' for conflicts.

Struggling to Ask for Help

Solution: Use prompts or visual aids to remind students to ask for assistance. Result: Students seek help constructively, avoiding frustration.

Struggling to Handle Peer Interactions

Solution: Teach social scripts for everyday interactions (e.g., 'Can I have a turn?'). Result: Students can engage with peers more positively.

Struggling to Regulate Emotions

Solution: Display step-by-step visuals for calming strategies like 'Breathe, Count. Ask for Help.' Result: Helps students follow clear steps to manage their emotions.

Struggling with Generalization of Behaviors

Solution: Practice reinforced behaviors in multiple settings (e.g., classroom, playground). Result: Promotes consistency and adaptability of positive actions.