Managing Meltdowns Using the S. C. A. R. E. D. Calming Technique with Children and Adults with Autism |
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| Author:
| Richards, Hope
Lipsky, Deborah |
| ISBN: | 978-1-84310-908-2 |
| Publication Date: | Feb 2009 |
| Publisher: | Jessica Kingsley Publishers
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $15.95USD $15.95 |
Book Description:
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In a chaotic or threatening situation, fear is the primary emotional response of an autistic individual. Often the initial physical response is to freeze. 'Meltdowns', or brain overloads can be scary for the individual with autism, and for the person trying to help if they don't know how to react in this situation. Common coping strategies, such ......
In a chaotic or threatening situation, fear is the primary emotional response of an autistic individual. Often the initial physical response is to freeze. 'Meltdowns', or brain overloads can be scary for the individual with autism, and for the person trying to help if they don't know how to react in this situation. Common coping strategies, such ......