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.
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
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
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