IF A Student has Trouble with

(Emotional vulnerability)

The following strategies are found on the Saskatchewan Learning Web Site:

http://www.sasked.gov.sk.ca/k/pecs/se/docs/autism/asper.html

Adapted from Attwood (1998), Donnelly & Levy (1995), Grandin (1998), Moreno &

O'Neal (1997), Myles & Simpson (1998), Williams, (1995).

 

IF A STUDENT HAS......

YOU CAN TRY.....

 

Emotional vulnerability

  • may have difficulties coping with the social and emotional demands of school
  • easily stressed due to inflexibility
  • often have low self-esteem
  • may have difficulty tolerating making mistakes
  • may be prone to depression
  • way have rage reactions and temper outbursts

 
  • provide positive praise and tell the student what she/he does right or well
  • teach the student to ask for help
  • teach techniques for coping with difficult situations and for dealing with stress
  • use rehearsal strategies
  • provide experiences in which the person can make choices
  • help the student to understand his/her behaviours and reactions of others
  • educate other students
  • use peer supports such as buddy systems and peer support network