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3 Simple Positive Behavior Strategies You Can Implement Today!

March 26, 2021May 14, 2021 bigabilities

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!

Burn Your Parenting Books: Why Traditional Parenting Won’t Work With Children With Exceptional Needs

March 13, 2021June 1, 2021 bigabilities

Why traditional parenting strategies won’t work with children with exceptional needs and what to do instead.Continue reading Burn Your Parenting Books: Why Traditional Parenting Won’t Work With Children With Exceptional Needs →

Behavior Strategies: Tips for Transitions

July 30, 2020May 26, 2021 bigabilities

In this video, I share three easy to implement strategies for helping transitions with children with developmental disabilities go more smoothly. Stay tuned to the end for a special bonus tip!Continue reading Behavior Strategies: Tips for Transitions →

How to Increase Compliance in Kids with Autism

September 10, 2019May 17, 2021 bigabilities2 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.

Podcast 10: 3 Tips for Increasing Compliance in Children with ADHD and ASD

June 26, 2019May 26, 2021 bigabilities2 Comments

As an autism parent, I know that one of the most frustrating things about parenting an autistic child is getting them to follow directions. Today, we’ll be discussing three behavior strategies you can use to get your kids with autism to follow instructions. Let’s dive in!Continue reading Podcast 10: 3 Tips for Increasing Compliance in Children with ADHD and ASD →

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