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Stimming in Autism

    How do you deal with and stop stimming in Autism units? Or at least manage be behavior so that it is not disruptive in the classroom? On this episode of The Nook, listen to learn 4 reasons students with Autism may stim and 4 strategies on minimizing stimming behavior in students with Autism. 

    How to Deal with Stimming Behavior in Autism Units

    Listen to this podcast on The Nook and learn 4 strategies to deal with self stimulatory behavior in students with Autism when Caitlin asks:

    “How can I lessen the stimming in a student… they are making other students have more behaviors!”

    Why your student may be stimming:

    • Sensory Overload
    • Stress or Anxiety
    • Avoidance
    • To Fill the Time/Bored

    How to Deal with Stimming in Autism Units

    Looking for the 4 strategies to help deal with students who have stimming behavior?

    • Establish Routine and Procedure
    • Lower the Sensory Input
    • Teach a Calming Sequence
    • Establish a Replacement Behavior

    Items referenced in this podcast:

    Visual Schedule- LINK HERE. Read more about visual schedules and First-Then charts at NoodleNook.Net

    First-Then Chart- LINK HERE

    DIY Dollar Store Task Boxes- LINK HERE  Read More HERE

    DIY STEM Builder Bins- LINK HERE

    Tips to Establishing Routine and Procedure


    How to Deal with Stimming in Autism Units- 4 Strategies that help manage the behavior.

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