1. Model Asking for Permission
ex: “Can I give you a hug or a high-five?”
2. Model Self-Talk
ex: “I listen better when my body is moving, so I’m going to get a wiggle cushion.” “I feel upset when you won’t play my game idea, let’s choose a compromise.”
3. Provide Options
ex: “It looks like your body is moving fast! Would you like to go get some water or do some hand squeezes to help slow it down?”
3. Provide Visuals & Teach Scripts
Click here to see an example of scripts that neurodivergent_lou commonly uses!