how can i help stop this/?? its my job but its very hard to understand,i feel like no one wants to help this teen. iwant to help and understand
2006-10-02 16:06:32 · 7 answers · asked by jennifer g 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Special Education
i dont think there is anything you can do to stop autism. but obviously you are someone who truely cares about this child. so work with the parents and if you have any other means of help through the school get help there too...if not, then just find out everything you can and come up with strategies specifically for that child and find a way to integrate them into the program, but always remember that teen is a human being and deserves to be treated like one
2006-10-02 16:12:12 · answer #1 · answered by the quiet one 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My degree is a BA in Mental Retardation. If the label is not used in a derogatory manner, it should not be taken offensively. Anyway, in response to the question, the student is most likely seeking sensory input. Try to give the student the input he/she craves in a non-injuring manner (pressure or weighted vests, proprioceptive input, etc). Talk to the child's occupational therapist for ideas. An IEP states the educational goals determined for the child; it does not necessarily tell how those goals will be met or the interventions needed. A child with autism, cognitive delays, and SIB needs a lot of support. Don't be afraid to get input from others on the IEP team (psycologist, OT, PT, etc). Good luck.
2006-10-04 00:01:20 · answer #2 · answered by cindy1323 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
excuse me whoever is complaining about the word people use.
They have nothing to complain about.
I have mild mental retardation and I think that is better to use the words mental retardation then mentally retarded or using the word retarded the spell that way. Because that is so insulting when people do that.
I am proud of myself. I am not going to hide that i have mild mental retardation. I was diagnosed at age 5 or 6.
If anyone says you can't have that because you type so good or you express yourself so good or anything they say . I do have mild mental retardation. I have a iq of 60 that is my full scale iq. My performance iq is 57,my verbal iq is 69.
Monitor the student behavior and write what happens each day and if the student hurts their self and what time and that kind of stuff, then you know and can show whoever you need to talk to, to get the kid some help to not do that.
2006-10-05 07:58:37 · answer #3 · answered by Rainbow kid 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
First take a deep breath. Second, does this student have a plan? A behavior plan? An IEP? That's an individual education plan. You need to review these documents or, if you are an aide, have the teacher write down exactly what you need to do. Ask for training.
Second, try to figure out what starts him or her self-injurous behavior. What sets it off? Is it too much sound? Too mcuh light and commotion? Being touched in a particular way? When he is denied something he wants?
Also, what does the teen like to do? If he likes to tear things up, then get a box of old magazines? Does he like small spaces? Then make him a tent or a small, cozy area. Does he like playing with water? Go to walmart and buy a large plastic tub and let him play in the water. Anything to get his attention and get him calm.
Some kids with autism like to have weight on top of them. You might try letting him lay down and putting a heavy blanket on top. DO NOT press down or put any weight on him. If you don't know what you are doing, then you could hurt him.
When he starts self-injurous behavior, try to get him to do one of the activities mentioned above> if he won't then just take him to a quiet area and try to get him to settle down.
Please edit your answer and tell us in what context you are working with this child? Are you a parent? Foster parent? Teacher? Aide?
Edited to Add: The person who posted this question is obviously new to the world of special education. To berate her or him for not using the correct "words" is a disservice to both the questioner and to the student being discussed.
2006-10-03 17:08:33 · answer #4 · answered by meridocbrandybuck 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Autism is a very hard thing to deal with, I work with two autistic people. It is truely just a waiting game when they are having behaviors, but if he is hurting himself, he should have a behavior plan in place, if he does and its not working, I would ask for a team meeting, to look into getting it changed. I know its very hard, but you must know that it is crucial for you to advocate for him especially if he can not advocate for himself. Good luck and keep tryin.
And as for the term mental retardation...that is what the medical diagnosis is, and those of us in the field have to use this term weather or not society likes it. We do not mean it in a bad way what so ever.
2006-10-03 00:11:38 · answer #5 · answered by mel 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Number one is to know that they may not know what they are truly doing to themselves.
It is a thought of something painful or confusing that drives them to erratic behavior. until you develop a relationship of trust with the individual. all you can do is to try to replace the damaging thought with a calming on. A distraction, if you will.
2006-10-02 23:14:09 · answer #6 · answered by gundamea 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Did you already ask a question like this? I just answered one somewhere else so if it wasn't you, look for that one.
Also, if it wasn't you who asked the other question, then it bears repeating,"QUIT USING THE BRAND 'MENTAL RETARDATION'" please!!!!
They're human beings, not frigging animals! And since it's your job you should darn well know better!
Psychologically impaired, mentally disabled, even special needs, but for years the term "mental retardation" was conducive with the word 'stupid'! And the only stupid thing in the world is the word stupid.
I'm quickly becoming infuriated.
So enough already.
2006-10-02 23:12:24 · answer #7 · answered by krazykritik 5 · 0⤊ 5⤋