How to Discipline a Child with Autism and other Types of Neurodivergence

Embracing Neurodivergent Parenting: Discipline, Acceptance, and Support

This script emphasizes understanding and accepting behaviors as manifestations of a child's disability. It encourages parents to rewire their perspectives, adopt neurodivergent affirming practices, and provide unwavering support. The script highlights the necessity of showing self-compassion and loving the child as they are. The show provides more than 9 tips for disciplining a child with autism through a neurodivergent affirming perspective. The strategies range from self-regulation and changing the environment to allowing the child to face reasonable natural consequences.

Additionally, it references an article from Very Well Family that offers specific discipline strategies.

https://www.verywellfamily.com/discipline-strategies-for-children-with-autism-4005045

00:00 Introduction to Neurodivergent Parenting

15:43 Understanding Behaviors and Acceptance

15:57 Encouragement for Parents

16:23 Final Thoughts and Resources