Harnessing Stims and Behaviors in Autism Using Rapid Prompting Method

Great book helps a lot

This is a wonderful addition to Soma's books on Rapid Prompting Method. Soma gives great tips on how to manage stims and behaviors so that learning can take place and the student successful. Soma has a solid understanding of the neurology and sensory systems of these students. Those who may be confused or exhausted by their child or student's behavior may find understanding in the pages of this book. Questions such as: Why do they do that? What is happening in the brain when my child does that? Is that really a behavior? How can I get him to stop saying that? and many more questions are answered here. The ideas and strategies have proven useful for Soma and many others using RPM. All who may work with students who stim or have behaviors should find some very helpful tips that are both respectful and work. I highly recommend this book to all involved in the autism community and particularly those using RPM.

This book is a practical 'how to' guide --the main focus is showing us how we an ADAPT RPM lessons to cover all situations. It covers many types of stims, behaviours and obsessions - eg repeating movie lines, obsessing over the same request, continually touching selected objects and anger, anxiety etc and gives PRACTICAL examples of how to continue to teach in these situations. An excellent practical guide to help deal with all the scenarios which may arise while teaching your child. I think this s a great read even if you are not doing RPM!