Processing Speed and Meltdowns
Fast processing can result in impatience and slow processing can result in frustration.
Fast processing can result in impatience and slow processing can result in frustration.
| Increase patience by modeling and teaching self-talk strategies | Examples: “I’m going to take my time”, “If I make a mistake, it’s o.k., I can fix it”, Go for quality not speed |
| Set up for success in advance | Example: Just try 2 items |
| Approach the child by speaking in a slow, quiet voice with a calm demeanor | |
| Stand quietly nearby for proximity reassurance | |
| Team up the child with an adult to help adjust speed accordingly | Example: “We can do this”, “We need to try to slow down a little”, “’Do I need to wait a little longer before going to the next item?” |