This chapter explores collaborative and proactive strategies for addressing challenging behaviors in children by focusing on the underlying issues rather than the behaviors themselves. It discusses the importance of engaging children in the problem-solving process, emphasizing that both 'lucky' and 'unlucky' behavioral communications stem from unmet expectations. The chapter calls for a shift in mindset towards understanding that children's struggles often relate to their skills rather than their motivation, promoting a more empathetic approach to behavioral management.
Children who are quick to anger and lash out may be labeled oppositional or defiant. Ross Greene, Ph.D., introduces his Collaborative & Proactive Solutions (CPS) model, which empowers caregivers to rethink challenging behaviors as frustration responses.
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