Explore nonpreferred activities with ACP’s incredible Clinical Director, Tara Faford, M.S., BCBA, LABA, from Team Concord!
Nonpreferred activities are just as important as preferred activities and, like everything, are unique to each individual.
Nonpreferred activities are things we need to do, even if we don’t feel like it, such as brushing our teeth, washing our hands, or working on a skill we just find boring or less interesting as others.
One way to help our kiddos progress in activities that are nonpreferred is by pairing them with highly preferred items.
What this means is that we try and take activities that the client does not prefer to do and pair it with some of their favorite items or activities.
Some examples we use here on Team Concord are pairing the tablet with vehicles or other chosen toys and letting the child play with them prior to presenting work. Another example is using a bubble gun to help with transitions between different rooms in the building. Toileting is often paired with tablet time or in some cases a small edible.
If you are unsure of what you could pair difficult or nonpreferred activities with, reach out to your BCBA for support and ideas!
Concerned about your child’s new nonpreferred activities or just have more questions about this process? Collaborate with your team to explore options for addressing these activities at home and at the center!
Interested in learning more? Connect with ACP’s team of dedicated professionals today! Consider Team Concord on Pleasant Street in Concord, NH! Connect with us at 800-679-3609 or Welcome@AutismCarePartners.com!
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