Ask Dr Doreen: Building Independence Without Constant Prompting

Is your child relying on prompts for everything?

Whether it’s getting dressed, brushing teeth, completing homework, or learning daily living skills, independence is possible! Join Dr. Doreen as she shares strategies for fading prompts and helping children become more confident and self-sufficient.

Bring your questions—we’re here to help!

00:00 Intro & Welcome to Ask Dr. Doreen
00:01 Dr. Doreen’s Impact on the Autism Community
00:01:54 Today’s Topic: Building Independence Without Constant Prompting
00:03:57 All Ghouls Gala & ACT Today Fundraiser
00:07:45 ACT Today Grants: How to Apply Successfully
00:09:12 Understanding Prompting and Prompt Dependence
00:12:11 My Teen Can’t Do Anything Without Prompting
00:16:45 Sleep Problems in a 6-Year-Old: First Steps
00:18:08 Child Meltdowns When Told What To Do
00:25:19 Mom vs. Dad: Different Prompting Styles
00:29:18 Investigating Night Wakings and Sleep Tracking
00:34:41 When Caregivers Overprompt Other People’s Children
00:39:02 Teaching Skills vs. Expecting a Child to “Just Know”
00:46:12 AAC, Spelling, and Facilitated Communication Debate
00:55:37 Prompt Fading, Communication Independence & Closing Thoughts

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