Self-harm is often terrifying to the person who engages in it and to those who discover a loved one has self-harmed. Here are some tips for dealing with it.
In ABA, children are not given the same respect and access to care as with any other form of therapy. Their access to stimming, comfort objects, and other self-regulatory measures is blocked so the therapist can observe the child self-injurious behaviors.
If you have a compulsive need to bite your nails or pick your skin, don’t be ashamed. It’s a normal behavior that you can redirect to healthier ways to stay regulated.
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