How to Reduce Problem Behaviors | Autism Intervention for Problem Behaviors

[@createseventyeight3082]

I am an Integration Aide in a primary school (elementary) in Australia. Your videos are practical and helpful. Thankyou!

[@marybarbera]

Thank you for watching! What lucky students you have!!

[@todg-69]

I’m 70 yr old ASPIE I’ve learned to quiet it down but in 1 second I can go off good luck with that

[@sikititoga8795]

very helpful

[@marybarbera]

Glad you think so!

[@LeoandAkunna]

Hello Mary, I have a client who bites whenever they are excited (happy or angry). They refuse to use items given to bite. What else can I coach parent to do? I just gave her task to give sensory toy and say, "Instead of biting hug your panda". Any other ideas, please? Thanks so much for your videos. They have been very insightful and I use it for my clients and their caregivers whenever applicable. My fave is the shoebox method. :)

[@marybarbera]

I have lots of techniques in my courses too. Sign up for a free workshop here www.marybarbera.com/workshops . You can also google mary barbera chewing for more ideas about the biting.

[@denisf.1744]

Hi Precious Mary,i say good video which can help with many kids that have autism with good advice that might be helpfully in many ways,and i say,keep more videos coming, thank you,love Denny😘🙏🦋

[@marybarbera]

Thank you!

[@sherichambers6793]

My son is 16. Hits himself in the head and throws things, destroying the room. He is nonverbal and generally happy. Little things set him off though. The doctor wants to try a low dose of sertraline. Can you tell me your opinion? Anxiety disorder runs in the family and I can tell he is anxious from body language. He is on CBD oil for epilepsy but I don’t think it helps with anxiety on him. I am reluctant to try the sertraline but his QOL is suffering. Any opinions?

[@marybarbera]

I talk about this topic more here kzbin.info/www/bejne/gp2xmHqqqNh9ic0

[@susandedaytona]

So my grandson has autism, his mother uses the iPad, tv, iphone as a distraction when he eats, actually when he's at home he always has the pad in front of him , he's 5 now and I'm not comfortable with this, he does go to school and does well there but at home his mother just does what is easy, please give me your opinion

[@marybarbera]

I did a video on how I would not eliminate screen time as it can be very useful however it is best when screen time is used as a reinforcer. Perhaps share my free video workshop with her : bit.ly/2ELvSnM Also google mary barbera screen time for more info on the topic.

[@farahrehan2188]

Dr merry plz tell me that ur son is now complete fit n cured?? N how much tym required for treatment of mild autism...

[@marybarbera]

My son is doing well, is happy and still is moderately affected by autism.

[@debracepeda324]

I work in child Development Center, I have a student who has no eye contact, he makes sounds such as cars, trains also he struggles with hand washing which is required in the program I at, I use visual cue card of him washing his hands, naptime, getting ready to go outside he will scream when I show him eating time he will eat. I would like to inquire how to do transitions from hand washing, to outside time

[@marybarbera]

google mary barbera transitions for a packet with 5 transition tips.

[@amygainey9026]

My daughter had been with me on fence all time she gets mad and frustrated when she don't get her way I have been she do not talk or anyting but it happened the lights in attack on me have been getting water what do I do

[@marybarbera]

go to www.marybarbera.com/workshops to help learn techniques to increase language.

[@shomaakter8093]

Hi, mam my son is first grade student. Anything happens he just crying.if he want anything and some one said no then he kicking and hitting and crying loudly it’s really very scary

[@marybarbera]

That is hard! It is best to work and think about if you were given 1000 dollars to prevent the behavior, what would you have to do? You may need to start there while you teach skills that can help him tolerate denials etc.

[@priyaraut2836]

Hii mam I'm from India my child also-ran suffering how can I change him behavior

[@marybarbera]

come join me for a free workshop www.marybarbera.com/workshops

[@ochanam]

Is it common for teens on the spectrum to talk to themselves? I can only explain it as think out loud.

[@marybarbera]

Yes, this is known as verbal stimming.

[@allisonlandesco]

My brother who is now 37 still talks to himself. Sometimes repeats what he says while walking through the house. Very calming for him.

[@sidstrom6804]

Hi Dr Merry, my daughter 6yrs has autism n conversational stage. At the moment she struggles a lot with one behaviour issue i-e leaving her friends n coming home either it’s hometime or even play dates. She struggles n cries. I had to reinforce a lot wat already planned but she still can’t take it. Kindly give any tips for that. Thanx🙌

[@marybarbera]

It is tough for me to give tips on individual children. Generally problem behavior means demands are too high and reinforcement is too low.

[@sidstrom6804]

Mary Barbera - Turn Autism Around thanx for ur response I think reinforcement is needed more strongly n regularly👍👍👍

[@marybarbera]

Yes !! This is a good idea.

[@vanessabayardo9788]

This kid has autism and is only 3.5 yrs old. He is not my kid but he is a family member. Today his dad yelled at him for crying and screaming, "baby baby" as his 1 yr old nephew was leaving. Then he reprimanded again for taking one of my mom's objects and putting it out of its place. And then he yelled at him for falling down and told him to pay attention. Everyone tells me not to meddle into it, but it's not only my right, it's also my responsibility to help the kid as much as I can. Sometimes I say things lightly. Like today the 1 yr old was hitting people with a fly killer (or whatever it's called) and I took it away. And I said that's all you need to do with 0 to 5 yr olds to 7 yr olds, take away the object they are hitting with. What else can I do to help the 3.5 yr old?

[@vanessabayardo9788]

OMG. They just got home from Costco. And the 3.5 yr old came crying, only God knows what happened over there. And his dad started telling at him, saying, "Nothing is happening to you". The 3.5 yr old only likes hugs from my mom and sometimes from me. His dad will even say, "Don't hug him. I just reprimanded him". I am so tire of him denying the situation with his kid, and of how he has no patience with him.

[@marybarbera]

Without knowing the child it is hard to say but it sounds like you may be right that stepping in would be helpful. As always, local authorities are there to protect children and if you are concerned could be reported.

[@lizarenin713]

My daughter has behaviour issues like screaming when any thing goes against her,not responding to door bell, telephone calls,not talking to guests normal social talks.Not studying in absence of me.She is 13 year old. Can you help me?

[@marybarbera]

That sounds challenging. I can help you with my online courses. Get started here www.marybarbera.com/join

[@bunnyoneful]

Sounds like my grandson, he screams to the top of his lungs. He is 13 turning 14 this August, getting big and strong. We definitely need his behavior to calm down he also puts holes in walls.

[@TheShellie28]

How would you recommend preventing criminal activities in a 16yr old just diagnosed with asd nothing I do or say is stopping grounding him he climbs out of the window. It’s petty stuff at the present but he sees no wrong I have threatened police I just can’t see him learning until he is arrested 😢

[@marybarbera]

I would seek out a BCBA in your area and remember to try to prevent problem behavior rather than react to it

[@TheShellie28]

Mary Barbera - Turn Autism Around thank you for replying I’m doing everything in my power to stop it he’s so strong willed though he doesn’t seem to be afraid of the police coming he’s had preventive therapy two years ago as his anger was uncontrollable but thanks so so much I’ll get into finding your recommendations now 😊

[@hafsatjibrin6401]

Pls I have a child with autism and the Nigeria government is making it difficult for one to manage them,pls I need help on how to relocate with him to another country where I can get free education pls help me out

[@marybarbera]

That is so upsetting. I do have online courses that can help you teach him at home. www.marybarbera.com/quiz to get started helping him. I do also have free podcasts and blogs on my website www.marybarbera.com just search for the topic you need!

[@selinacheong9465]

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[@ricdizzle69]

You mentioned "Do they sleep through the night in their own bed?" Could you pls briefly state why one should be looking out for that? Thank u

[@marybarbera]

You do not need to look for it however it is common that lots of kids do not and it can be a big disturbance for families that is often overlooked. So always good to ask families about it.

[@reneegraves4486]

What if the child is totally capable but has figured out that those behaviors get him out of non preferred activities?

[@marybarbera]

That is great you have figured out the function of behavior! I talk all about behavior functions and what to do in my workshops and course. marybarbera.com/workshops . In general when a child is escaping it means demands are too high and reinforcement is too low. Maybe upping the reinforcement! Without meeting the child I cannot give specific advice.

[@rachelring2542]

Yup, the little things can set them off.

[@marybarbera]

So true.

[@speciallife2900]

Yesterday my daughter stuck on swings ad we waited there for 1hr .today she stuck on the roof top don't wanted to get down now this time it's 4hrs ...

[@marybarbera]

That sounds scary! I hope you can get professional help to help you tackle this! You want to prevent behaviors like the roof by blocking access.

[@speciallife2900]

@@marybarbera thnks Barbara for replying ..plz if you can giv some tips plz.. it would be beficial for me because I belong from india ad here is autism means nothing ...for hope. it's my whole experience..during the 15yrs journey . plz help than I can make strategy to handle the stuck problems..thnkayu

[@Theoneee25]

Good

[@marybarbera]

Thanks

[@mdmamunurrahman3657]

I am from bangladesh. My son is almost 4 years old.he has autism.he is having occupational therapy and speech therapy for 1 year.some sensory issues have reduced but he has many problem behaviors.he doesn't chew any food.he is not potty trained. He doesn't follow any command. And most of all he has no speech. He can speak mom or baba but doesn't indicate us.he is having one to one special schooling.we tried for normal schooling but he can't pach up.he is now on medication. Having multivitamins like medicines.can you please help me.give me some advice what can I do for my kid.

[@marybarbera]

That sounds like it has been a challenging journey. I would absolutely watch my free webinars to help you get started at reducing problem behavior and increasing language bit.ly/2ELvSnM

[@naakter6746]

Md Mamunur Rahman if you don’t mind can you please contact me.. i m bangladeshi too. Facebook messenger e contact kora jay .. ami desher treatment shomporke jante chassilam.. [e-mail]

[@mikeyb6590]

Fix the Constipation and you will fix all behaviors.

[@marybarbera]

So true that constipation can be a factor in many kids, but as with everything, not all kids!

[@mikeyb6590]

Mary Barbera - Turn Autism Around Not true. Constipation is the major factor. Best way to explain is it might be a Candida overgrowth which is a major problem in this population also There’s other GI problems like acid reflex. GI problems are stopping these kids having Successfully bowel movements. I can flip any behavior around in 60 days. Order to do this you need a good diet with high fiber. Get some test done on the GI for my son yeast was the major factor. And Plenty of car rides so I can relax the nervous system and get my child Bowel to Function normally. I got so good at this you can till me the behavior and I can point out what wrong with child for example biting most likely Constipation with a anal Fisher. Head banging that is from a headache 🤕 from being constipated. This PowerPoint will explain how I did it.drive.google.com/file/d/0B8tlfn0ONCZLTEZ6SUtaaUREb2s/view