Calming and Coping Strategies are essential for all children.
It is sometimes more difficult for children with challenges. Calming strategies are used in the
short-term, to provide immediate relief from stressful situations. Coping strategies are used in the long-term
to provide a more proactive approach in dealing with stress and anxiety.
Calming Strategies may include deep breathing, stretching,
silently counting, using a squeeze toy or walking and getting a drink of water.
Coping Strategies may include a safe place for a child to relax,
provisions of paper and markers or crayons for drawing, social stories and
visual cues.
This works for us! Thanks a bunch!
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