A matching game for parents…
To build empathy and an understanding of the “function“of child and parent behavior or why we do what we do. A definition from Kurtz Psychology:
“All behavior serves a purpose and when we refer to the “function” of behavior, we are really talking about the reason behind why the child is engaging in a particular behavior. It is important to know why the child is engaging in a certain behavior because it gives us better understanding as to how to appropriately respond to it.”
Stop challenging behaviors before they start!
Reframe It!™ offers players a chance to think about ways to modify their reactions to problematic or challenging behaviors. The game also offers ideas on how to alter the environment for more positive outcomes/behaviors. For example:
Suppose a parent learns or is reminded that sibling conflicts often arise because children might be seeking attention or are bored or jealous. In that case, parents can begin to see the connection of planning ahead to give each child some positive attention on a regular basis or change the environment by helping each child engage in a personally stimulating activity.
Reframe It!™ objectives include helping parents:
· Learn about reframing.
· Learn how to reframe behaviors to understand the function of behavior.
· Begin a practice of reframing to help plan for and modify behavior/reactions and the environment.
· Build empathy.
· Build understanding of personal behavior and “why we do what we do.”
· Enter into discussions about behavior, stress, family roles and tasks, conflict or anger management, etc.
· Increase comfort in communicating with each other.
· Improve parent-child communication.
Reframe It!™ inspiration came from the child, and parent behavior reframes in Intervening with troubled families: Functional family therapy and Parenting Wisely. D.A. Gordon, author. 2003. In J. McGuire (Ed.) Treatment and Rehabilitation of Offenders. Sussex, England: John Wiley & Sons.
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