Managing Temper Tantrums and Aggressive Behaviours Through Structured Behavioural Intervention
Helping with tantrums, aggression, self-control, frustration tolerance, transitions, and cooperation.
The parents Reported that the child shows frequent temper tantrums like throwing objects, screaming and crying loudly, hitting and pushing others when his demands are not met. When we say ‘ No’ to inappropriate behavior the child become angry and bites his own hands,and refuses to move.
During the session the child was difficult to cooperate. Refusal to follow instructions, poor sitting tolerance, and repeated shifting from one task to another were obseved. The child shows difficulty waiting for turns, and decreased frustration tolerance in sessions. The child expresses tantrums as screaming, pushing others , stamping feet, and repeatedly saying ‘No’when transition between preferred activity to another happens. Frequent redirection and prompt were needed in doing activities.
A structured intervention plan was prepared and informed to the parents about the plan, and consent was taken from them.
The strategies included:
– To give simple and clear Instructions
– Follow consistant daily routine
– Use distraction and redirection method
– Teach relaxation techniques
– Give positive reinforcement and praise
– Modeling and prompting
– Use visual schedules
– Planned ignorance of certain behavior
Progress
Outcome
The child is currently more cooperative, calmer, and less aggressive during daily activities. A reduction in self-harming behaviors and foot stamping was observed, and the child is showing better response to instructions and guidance.
Family Impact
According to the parents, the child showed positive changes at home after therapy, such as a decrease in self-injurious and aggressive behaviors, and improvement in attention, social interaction, and self-control.
Key insight
With consistent therapy, positive reinforcement, and support from parents, the child showed improvement in managing the reported behavioral difficulties.
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