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Podcast: Autism Classroom Resources Podcast: A Podcast for Special Educators
Episode: Are You Asking the Wrong Question About Sensory Seeking Behavior?
Description: There are many myths about behavior that impact the way we talk about and approach challenging behaviors. Many people look to answer whether a studentβs challenging behavior is sensory seeking behavior or intentional behavior but there are several issues with focusing solely on that question when it comes to challenging behavior. As special educators, we have to help our students learn to cope more successfully, regardless of whether the behavior is sensory or behavior-related. In this episode, I am diving into some common myths and misconceptions about the functions of challenging behavior and what we should ac...