The Meltdown Has Happened – Now What?
The meltdown has occurred. It’s past the point of you trying to comfort your child, and you’re not sure why it’s all happening.
A child on the spectrum can have many triggers or sensory issues that will cause a meltdown. They also may not communicate the same way, which makes it hard for them to tell you what’s really wrong.
How do I figure out what’s wrong?
How can I de-escalate the situation?
What do I need to do so that they calm down?
Resources Mentioned:
Smarter Parenting: https://www.smarterparenting.com/behavioral-parenting-pathways/tantrums/
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