ELDR: A Simple 4 Part Framework for De-Escalation Success
Jul 2, 2023
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Discover the key components of successful de-escalation in schools, including the physiological changes in the brain during dysregulation. Learn about a brand new four-part framework for effective de-escalation. Explore the challenges faced by adults in resolving school incidents and the importance of repairing relationships in conflict resolution.
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Quick takeaways
De-escalating behavior requires removing threats, reducing emotions, and delaying problem resolution, as rushing into justice can escalate behavior.
The ELDR framework for de-escalation involves focusing on emotion management, changing location, using distraction, and resolving the situation while also rebooting the relationship with the child.
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De-escalation process and importance of not rushing resolution
The podcast episode discusses the importance of de-escalating situations with emotionally heightened students before attempting to resolve conflicts. It highlights the need to remove threats, reduce emotions, and delay problem resolution. The hosts emphasize that rushing into immediate justice can actually escalate behavior rather than de-escalate it, and that it takes time for stress chemicals to drain away and for the child to return to a calm state.
The ELDR framework for successful de-escalation
The podcast introduces the ELDR framework as a four-step formula for de-escalating students' behavior. The framework stands for: Emotion management, Location change, Distraction, and Resolution. The hosts explain that the first focus should be on helping the student regulate their emotions by co-regulating and moving them away from the perceived threat. Then, they suggest changing the location to reinforce a sense of safety. Next, they emphasize the importance of distraction to shift the child's focus away from the incident that triggered their heightened emotions. Lastly, when the child is calm, the hosts suggest resolving the situation through appropriate conversations or restorative practices, followed by rebooting the relationship with the child for a fresh start.
Bonus R: Rebooting the relationship
The podcast also mentions a bonus component in the de-escalation process - rebooting the relationship. The hosts highlight the importance of repairing and restoring relationships between the students involved in the incident to avoid resentment and future issues. They stress the need to have a conversation with the child, ensuring they know they are liked, cared for, and valued, thus leaving no room for worry or negative feelings.
What are the key components to successful de-escalation in schools?
Join us in this episode of School Behaviour Secrets as we delve into the true meaning of de-escalation, explore the physiological changes in the brain during moments of dysregulation, and unveil our brand new four-part framework for achieving effective de-escalation.