Attention and Meltdowns
Limited attention can contribute to greater vulnerability to frustration and emotional upset.
Limited attention can contribute to greater vulnerability to frustration and emotional upset.
| Build in breaks to prevent frustration from waning stamina | |
| Make tasks seem smaller and less daunting | |
| Incorporate “fun” elements into tasks to assist with attention and willingness | Examples: music, visual images of animals or sports, animated characters |
| Remain calm when responding to help de-escalate frustration | |
| Replace outbursts with more appropriate behaviors | Examples: saying “I need a break”, walking away |
| Engage in a 2-week period to give careful consideration to sleep routine, diet, screen time, and schedule of activities to gauge the impact on attention |