SLP 327: Seven Hidden Triggers Behind Challenging Behavior in Children with Autism

Sue Larkey Podcast - Autism (ASD), ADHD, ODD and PDA education · Jan 5, 2026 · 36m

Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference.

In this episode, we will discuss:

✅ Meltdown Triggers: Seven categories help identify what sets off dysregulation.

✅ Proactive Strategy: Identify triggers to prevent meltdowns before crisis happens.

✅ Hulk Metaphor: Dysregulated kids can't respond to traditional discipline threats.

✅ Self-Esteem Threats: Corrections and teasing trigger emotional dysregulation.

✅ Processing Trauma: Connect past incidents to present safety through discussion/writing.

✅ Self-Modeling…