Using descriptions for
Recognize the behavior:
Drops your phone.
Identify what you want to see:
Carefully holding your phone.
Use the Skill:
Describe your child’s positive behaviors. For example, “You’ve got the phone with both hands.” “You’re holding it tightly.”
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Purpose:
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Descriptions help a child focus on the current activity and can help them stay calm. Remember to only describe positive or appropriate behaviors.
Remember that descriptions are most helpful when you also use the other PC-CARE skills.
