Education Network Day - Understanding Distressed Behaviour In Autistic Children And Supporting Positive Relationships

Educators are committed to supporting children and young people, but the demands of the role have grown significantly. Helping students feel safe and ready to learn is more challenging than ever.

Understanding and responding to distress is key to improving outcomes. A Stress Reduction approach that considers biological, developmental, and environmental factors can make a real difference. Equally important is our own wellbeing.

If you are a Principal Teacher, Learning Support or have an interest in autism as an educator, join our specialist team from New Struan School, to explore strategies for reducing distress and supporting positive outcomes for autistic learners.

The session will include:

• Opportunity to explore our thoughts and beliefs about behaviour and difficulties faced
• Understanding how our autistic learners experience the classroom and learning differently
• Interpreting behaviour and what this tells us about child's needs and developmental stage through an autism informed lens
• Application of Stress Reduction and trauma informed practice
• Resilience and looking after ourselves
• Space for questions and resources for further research