SLP 354: Social Meltdowns Explained: Why "What Happened?" Is the Wrong Question (AS, ADHD, ODD, PDA, etc)
About this episode
Sue Larkey discusses the triggers of social meltdowns and offers practical strategies for managing them.
Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. ✅ Social Meltdowns: Social overwhelm triggers meltdowns, not just sensory. ✅ Skill Not Will: Children want friends but lack the skills. ✅ Perspective Taking: Explain why a friend didn't pass the ball. ✅ Warning Signs: Yelling, dobbing, crying, shutting down signal overload. ✅ In The Moment: Remove bystanders, distract, don't interrogate about incidents. ✅ Classroom Accommodations: Give thinking time before collaborating or choosing partners. ✅ Connection First: Teach social knowledge proactively in five-minute activities. Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below suelarkey.com.au/difference-between-meltdowns-and-tantrums Join the Facebook group specifically for this podcast www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Join my Neurodiversity Network suelarkey.com.au/neurodiversity-network/ Follow my Instagram account for regular tips www.instagram.com/sue.larkey/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD, please visit my website below. elearning.suelarkey.com.au
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- SLP 352: Behaviour Is Communication: What Neurodiverse Students Are Really Telling You
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