1.Introduction and purpose of the report.
“Challenging behaviour, also known as behaviours which challenge, is defined as, culturally abnormal behaviour(s) of such intensity, frequency or duration that the physical safety of the person or others is placed in serious jeopardy, or behaviour which is likely to seriously limit or deny access to the use of ordinary community facilities.” ( REF, CH BEH FOUNDATION)
(Sunny side children’s clinic, 2016)
This report will look at some of the problems faced within an ASN classroom where challenging behaviour can be an issue. Research will be done into what can cause this type of behaviour and the different strategies and methods that can be used to try and help reduce the impact it can cause to …show more content…
Causes and Effects of Challenging Behaviour.
There are a number of reasons why a child may display signs of challenging behaviour and they are most commonly shown by individuals with an additional support need. This is most commonly believed to be because the person is struggling to communicate the way they are feeling to the people around them and this can cause frustration. There are many potential reasons or combination of reasons for challenging behaviour. In some cases the reasons may be quite simple – a person cannot cope with crowds so runs away. Or there may be a complex mix of factors involved.
• It can stem from biological causes. Some syndromes and other ASN like autism can be linked to self-injuring behaviour due to differences in how the brain handles chemicals and hormones.
• Stereotyped behaviour, such as rocking, may be the way a person maintains the level of stimulation or arousal they want.
• It might be a means of communication. The need for food, drink or comfort may be the reason for the behaviour. It may be possible to teach more socially acceptable ways of communicating a need.
• It can be a sign of abuse, distress, anger, frustration, discomfort or pain. Withdrawal of co-operation (for example, at mealtimes) may be the only means available to a highly physically dependent person of showing …show more content…
However, changing your behavior and strategies is often the most efficient and effective means of improving all types of classroom behaviors, both disruptive and non-disruptive. Through practice comes proficiency. The building block of emotions and behavior likely contains the largest and most diverse set of problems encountered in the classroom. By first understanding these problems and seeing the world through the eyes of your students, and, by then developing and using a set of intervention strategies on a regular basis, problems of emotions and behavior can be effectively managed and changed in the classroom (Mather,
“Challenging behaviour, also known as behaviours which challenge, is defined as, culturally abnormal behaviour(s) of such intensity, frequency or duration that the physical safety of the person or others is placed in serious jeopardy, or behaviour which is likely to seriously limit or deny access to the use of ordinary community facilities.” ( REF, CH BEH FOUNDATION)
(Sunny side children’s clinic, 2016)
This report will look at some of the problems faced within an ASN classroom where challenging behaviour can be an issue. Research will be done into what can cause this type of behaviour and the different strategies and methods that can be used to try and help reduce the impact it can cause to …show more content…
Causes and Effects of Challenging Behaviour.
There are a number of reasons why a child may display signs of challenging behaviour and they are most commonly shown by individuals with an additional support need. This is most commonly believed to be because the person is struggling to communicate the way they are feeling to the people around them and this can cause frustration. There are many potential reasons or combination of reasons for challenging behaviour. In some cases the reasons may be quite simple – a person cannot cope with crowds so runs away. Or there may be a complex mix of factors involved.
• It can stem from biological causes. Some syndromes and other ASN like autism can be linked to self-injuring behaviour due to differences in how the brain handles chemicals and hormones.
• Stereotyped behaviour, such as rocking, may be the way a person maintains the level of stimulation or arousal they want.
• It might be a means of communication. The need for food, drink or comfort may be the reason for the behaviour. It may be possible to teach more socially acceptable ways of communicating a need.
• It can be a sign of abuse, distress, anger, frustration, discomfort or pain. Withdrawal of co-operation (for example, at mealtimes) may be the only means available to a highly physically dependent person of showing …show more content…
However, changing your behavior and strategies is often the most efficient and effective means of improving all types of classroom behaviors, both disruptive and non-disruptive. Through practice comes proficiency. The building block of emotions and behavior likely contains the largest and most diverse set of problems encountered in the classroom. By first understanding these problems and seeing the world through the eyes of your students, and, by then developing and using a set of intervention strategies on a regular basis, problems of emotions and behavior can be effectively managed and changed in the classroom (Mather,