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Tag: premack principle

3 Simple Positive Behavior Strategies You Can Implement Today!

March 26, 2021May 14, 2021 Amy Nielsen

If you are the parent of a child with exceptional needs and are using the same techniques your parents used while raising you, or that you’ve used with your children who don’t have exceptional needs, it’s probably not working. But, here are three strategies that will!

The Premack Principle: How Using First/Then Can Improve Behavior

February 8, 2021May 18, 2021 Amy Nielsen

The Premack Principle, often referred to as First/Then or Grandma’s Rule, is a simple behavior modification strategy parents can easily implement to help children overcome challenging behaviors.Continue reading The Premack Principle: How Using First/Then Can Improve Behavior →

How to Increase Compliance in Kids with Autism

September 10, 2019May 17, 2021 Amy Nielsen2 Comments

Children with developmental disabilities, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, often struggle to comply with the many requests of parents and educators. This can make everyday life frustrating for all involved. Thankfully there are simple strategies that will significantly improve a child’s ability and willingness to comply so everyone has more peace in their lives.

The Anatomy of an Autistic Meltdown

August 21, 2019October 6, 2021 Amy Nielsen

My 4-year-old son is on the autism spectrum. I write about autism a lot!  I usually keep my pieces uplifting, resourceful, and strategy-based.  But not this one.

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