When behaviours of concern begin affecting daily life, families and support teams often feel unsure about what is driving the behaviour or how to respond effectively. Many people focus on stopping the behaviour itself. A functional behaviour assessment takes a different approach. Instead of asking, “How do we stop this behaviour?”, the assessment asks, “What […]
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What Happens During a Positive Behaviour Support Assessment?
When a participant experiences behaviours of concern, families and carers often feel unsure about what steps to take next. Many people worry about being judged, blamed, or overwhelmed by complicated processes. A positive behaviour support assessment is designed to do the opposite. The assessment process focuses on understanding the participant’s needs, communication, environment, and daily […]
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Emotional Eating
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