Redirection, no consequences, and fear of authority wrecked kid behavior. Neurotypical kids and kids with autism. Soft strategies did not create regulation. They created more aggression, anxiety, and chaos. Anger is not abuse. Consequences are not harm. Kids need strong leadership, clear boundaries, and immediate cause and effect to learn self control and function in the real world. #childbehavior #kidswithautism #specialeducation #parentingleadership #behaviorstrategies | Pendulum Center

⚒️ Did you know that the redirection skills used to manage your child’s behavior are also effective ways to communicate with other adults? 👉🏻 Corrective validation: Validate the other person and then tell them what you need from them or what you would like to see happen. “ I know you really want to talk about this right now, but I just got home I need a few minutes to myself first.” 👉🏻 Contingency agreement: Think when/can or first/second. “ I’m happy to help when I’m finished with this.” 👉