De-Escalation Strategies: Awareness of Your Behavior

Watch your behavior when addressing the child’s behaviors:

  • No loud speech or shouting.
  • No pointing or jabbing with a finger.
  • No swearing or verbal abuse.
  • No standing too close or acting aggressively.
  • No accusing tone of voice.
  • No walking away upset or discouraged. Do not show defeat.
  • No threats.
De-Escalation Strategies: Awareness of Your Behavior