1. Proactive strategies. These are used to make sure that the person has got what they need. They also describe ways to teach the person communication and other skills. Examples include:
Look for triggers
Teach skills e.g. a sign for “finished”
Be aware of how you talk to the person e.g. firm, funny and calm
Adjust the environment e.g. dim the lights, tie hair back to stop someone pulling hair
Rewards
Routine and structure
Boundaries
2. Reactive strategies are designed to keep the person and those around them safe. Examples include:
Do not respond to the behaviour
Give reminders
Distract the person
Give the person what they want
Remove yourself from the situation e.g., leave the room
A good plan has more proactive than reactive strategies.