The sun is slanting and the supermarket aisles are bustling. Suddenly, a scream pierced the quiet afternoon, it's Xiaojie - an autistic child. He stood by the shelves, a confused and anxious expression on his face.
The eyes around are focused,His mother, Ms. Zhang, instantly felt embarrassed and helpless. Such a scene is not unfamiliar to parents of autistic children. Screaming, this behavioral problem that makes parents collapse, how to solve it?
In the world of children with autism, screaming may be a special way for them to communicate with the outside world. To understand the reason behind this, we need to carefully open this "code book".
1.Seeking attention, the call of loneliness
For children with autism, social barriers often make them feel lonely and neglected. Screaming, it may be that they are seeking attention, hoping that someone will come into their world.
2.Escape from doing things, with a voice**
Faced with a task that he does not like or finds difficult, the child may use screams to express resistance and avoidance. This is their voice **, I hope to be understood and supported.
3.Emotional venting, the whirlpool of feelings
Children with autism often have difficulty understanding and expressing complex emotions. When they feel anxious, depressed, or unwell, screaming can be an outlet for emotions and help them escape the emotional vortex temporarily.
4.Self-stimulation, for the senses
Some children may have special needs for sensory stimulation such as sound and light. Screaming, it may be that they are enjoying the pleasure of this self-stimulation, or they may be trying to adjust their sensory input by screaming.
Parents need a lot of patience and love in the face of their children's screaming behavior. Here are some suggestions to help parents better with their home interventions:
Build bridges of communication: Use simple and clear language and visual aids to help children understand daily tasks and desired behaviors. At the same time, encourage your child to use other ways to express their needs, such as gestures, **, etc.
Set clear goals: Work with your child to set clear goals and rules so that they understand what behaviors are acceptable and what are not. At the same time, set small goals and achieve them gradually to boost your child's self-confidence and motivation.
Create a comfortable environment: Adjust the home environment to reduce stimuli that can trigger screaming. For example, adjusting the light, lowering the volume, providing quiet corners, etc. At the same time, maintain stability and regularity in daily life to help children build a sense of security.
Teach vicarious behaviors: Teach your child to use other, more appropriate ways to express needs and emotions. For example, teach them to use language, gestures, or the Exchange Communication System (PECS) to make requests or express feelings.
Positive reinforcements and rewards: When children show positive behaviors, give positive reinforcement and rewards in a timely manner. This can be a verbal compliment, a small toy, or extra playtime. At the same time, pay attention to the timeliness and moderation of the reward to maintain its effectiveness.
Emotion Management & Education: Help children recognize and manage their emotions. Teach them to understand different emotions and how to express and deal with them appropriately through stories, picture books or role-plays.
Seek professional support: Cooperate with professional autism doctors or teachers to develop a personalized intervention plan. They can provide professional guidance and advice to help parents better cope with their child's screaming behavior.
In the journey to unlock the mystery of the scream, parents need a lot of patience and love. Remember, every child with autism is a unique individual, and they have their own rhythm and style. We need to understand and accompany them with our hearts, and warm and illuminate their world with love.
Screaming is just one of the many behavioral challenges for children with autism. As parents, we are not only their guides, but also their supporters and partners.
In this journey, we will continue to learn, grow, and adapt. With love and patience, let's accompany our children to unlock the code behind every challenge and move towards a better future together. RememberEvery effort and perseverance is worth it, because we believe that every child has unlimited possibilities and potential.