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Posted by Stephanie
on September 2, 2009, 11:46 pm, in reply to "Non-Verbal kiddos"
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I have found that going back to the basic wants and needs has been the most productive. I sabotage a preferred snack or activity. I remove all items from their reach. I will "play" with item or "eat" snack while they watch. Remember any type of "communication" attempts needs to be rewarded. I do not accept cries or screams. I will accept any gesture or verbal aproximations. I will often have pictures of items in a binder for the child to look at (one or two) if the child looks, points or verbalizes anything other than a cry/scream, I will give the item. It is torturous at first. Remember, it is worse on them than it is on us. Model with a parent or sibling if possible. It only takes a few sessions before they quickly catch on that if I make any communication attempt I get what I want.
Also, remind the parents that communication is the key. Not just verbalization. Teach parents types of communication attempts so they can work on it at home without you.
I hope this helps.
Stephanie
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