Children with autism have the potential to learn just like any child does. However, many children with autism are unable to begin their learning journey because of their lack of compliance, which is also known as non-compliance.
Is it possible for your child to learn if they do not listen and follow instructions and do what they want? The answer is no! Therefore, the ability to follow instructions is one of the most crucial skills that children with autism must learn both at home and in school.
Let’s begin by understanding non-compliance. Non-compliance occurs when an individual does not or refuses to, follow directions or guidance from someone else. Non-compliance is a common challenge for all parents, caregivers, and teachers.
Non-compliance can be demonstrated by the child either:
It may be useful to know that non-compliance can be intentional, but it can also be due to a lack of understanding or motivation.
As parents, caregivers, and teachers, you can increase your child or student’s levels of compliance by using the right strategies.
Other than providing feedback when your child is not listening, you should also give positive feedback when your child is listening, e.g., “Good listening! You kept the toy.” This will increase your child’s motivation to listen.
You should reinforce your child with something he or she likes in addition to positive feedback. Reinforcement can come in the form of a toy or an activity. Over time, reinforcers can be faded.
In adopting the strategies outlined in this guide, there are some tips and considerations that you should consider to increase their effectiveness. In the next part, we will be sharing tips on how to increase compliance. The tips can be use along side this guide to increase your child’s compliance.
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