Kathy Morris – Self-Regulation Executive Functioning in Children and Adolescents

Children and Teens who have trouble with their self-esteem-regulation often look like they aren’t paying attention, lack self-You may have trouble making the transitions or control them.

Kathy Morris – Self-Regulationamp; Executive Functioning in Children and Adolescents

Self-Regulation and Executive Functioning (EF)

• Neuroanatomy and the brain
• Mirror neurons
• Behavior issues vs. sensory issues
• Communication problems can be addressed before they lead to social skills deficiencies.
• Structure, predictability and Self-care routines-Regulating
• Research-Interventions that are based

VISUAL STRATEGIES and HANDS-ROUTINES, PREDICTABILITY, AND STRUCTURE TECHNIQUES

Surprise Cards

• Clock partners: Engagement learning
• Meltdown video by Eloise

Social Scripts

• Caleb
• Aaron
• Video Monitoring: Case example

Power Cards

• Examples of video examples that demonstrate levels of speaking
• Sheldon: Area of high interest
• Example: Power card
• Create power cards together
• Power cards for different age and developmental levels

Calming Strategies

• Emotional control
• Video about anxiety management
• Emotions charts
• Relaxation schedules
• Calm down, cards
• Breathe Cards: Video

Self-Regulation Techniques

• Social stories formats: Video examples
• Me-Moves
• T-Charts

Inhibitory Control

• Turtle technique
• Impulse control
• Positive behavior is a positive thing
• 1^st Then, cards
• Act Now and Next cards
• Key chain rules: Video Example

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Description:

Children and Teens who have trouble with their self-esteem-regulation often look like they aren’t paying attention, lack self-You may have trouble making the transitions or control them.

They are more likely to be impulsive and get put in dangerous situations. in timeout, or sent to the principal’s office—missing important learning and Socializing time. These kids seem to be unaware of the consequences of their actions and push boundaries, even when they are given harsh consequences. The problem is how to intervene.

Learn the components and benefits of self-care in this workshop recording-Regulation is crucial for understanding sensory, cognitive, and behavioral aspects. and Psychological breakdowns in children

Learn how to control your working memory and inhibitory control. and mental rigidity—components of Executive Functioning (EF) —impede self-Regulating and How important it is to support yourself-Regulator development is to improve the EF.

The good news—self-Regulating and You can learn EF skills!

Over 45 years of combined professional experience Kathy MorrisM.Ed. teach you Visual strategies and Hands-On techniques that give children structure and predictability and Routines—components essential to supporting self-regulation.

Unter Kathy’s expertise, you will learn:

• When children are under stress, communication strategies work best
• Visual clues to alert you to schedule changes and surprises and Transitions to relieve anxiety
• Videos of social skills are taught by video modeling and Flexible thinking
• Effective incentives can be used to instill acceptable behaviours and Problem-Problem solving skills
• Visual supports to target desired behavior and provide clear direction
• More!

Video case studies provide visual demonstrations of strategies through video and These strategies will be discussed in dynamic discussions. You’ll learn how to apply them tomorrow morning at school, therapy, counseling, or at home. and community.

Here’s what you’ll get in Kathy Morris Self-Regulationamp; Executive Functioning in Children and Adolescents