Calming Strategies for Students with autism By Kelly Jean Sullivan

  
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What to do during a very loud, very public meltdown
Be empathetic. Empathy means listening and acknowledging their struggle without judgment. ...
Make them feel safe and loved. ...
Eliminate punishments. ...
Focus on your child, not staring bystanders. ...
Break out your sensory toolkit. ...
Teach them coping strategies once they're calm
How can I help an autistic person relax?
We have some great tips that are specifically implemented in ESDM ABA therapy.
Don't reinforce the challenging behaviors. .
Use precise simple language. .
Help to verbally express their emotions. .
Sing preferred songs. .
Create a calm corner (bean bags, dim lighting, sensory toys) .
Take deep breathes. .
Count to 10
How can I help my autistic child calm down in the classroom?
How to Calm a Child with Autism in the Classroom
Stick to a Routine. Perhaps the best way to keep a child calm with autism is to limit their frustrations in the first place! ...
Practice Deep Breathing. ...
Soothe with the Senses