Weekend Playgroups at Jeena through SSPBI
Posted by Arya Baskar on June 27, 2011
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eekend Playgroups at Jeena offered by Si Si Peude Behavioral Intervention Inc
Ages 3-7 and 8-12
Climbing the symbolic ladder in the DIR model through floor time/interactive play
Posted by Vani Kumar on June 21, 2011
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B S T R AC T The developmental, individual-difference, relationship based model (DIR), a theoretical and applied framework for comprehensive intervention, examines the functional developmental capacities of children in the context of their unique biologically based processing profile and their family relationships and interactive patterns. As a functional approach, it uses the complex interactions between biology and experience to understand behavior and articulates the developmental capacities that provide the foundation for higher order symbolic thinking and relating. During spontaneous ‘floor time’ play sessions, adults follow the child’s lead utilizing affectively toned interactions through gestures and words to move the child up the symbolic ladder by first establishing a foundation of shared attention, engagement, simple and complex gestures, and problem solving to usher the child into the world of ideas and abstract thinking. This process is illustrated by a case example of a young boy on the autism spectrum interacting with his father during ‘floor time’ over a 3 year period.
How to help your child communicate and talk
Posted by Vani Kumar on May 13, 2011
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he following are only suggestions and will not necessarily apply to all children. Determining if or how to apply these strategies should be based on the child’s age, communication skills, cognitive skills, and ability to handle frustration and anxiety. Work closely with your ASD Case Manager and/or other professionals to determine which would be appropriate.