- Providing ABA therapy in Durham, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Greensboro, and Throughout North Carolina.
- Providing ABA therapy in Durham, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Greensboro, and Throughout North Carolina.
Yelling at an autistic child can do more harm than good. Children with autism often experience heightened sensory sensitivity, meaning loud voices can feel overwhelming or even physically painful. Instead of correcting behavior, yelling can trigger anxiety, fear, or meltdowns, making it harder for the child to understand what went wrong.
Autistic children rely on predictability, calm communication, and patience to feel safe. When a caregiver yells, it can break trust and make it difficult for the child to process instructions or emotions. They may shut down, cry, or display increased stimming as a way to cope with stress.
A calmer, more structured approach like positive reinforcement and clear expectations is far more effective. Through Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), caregivers can learn proven techniques to guide behavior while maintaining emotional safety and connection.
At Kids n Heart ABA, we provide in-home ABA therapy in North Carolina, helping families strengthen communication and build supportive, peaceful environments for their children.
Struggling with challenging behaviors? Contact us today!
SOURCE:
https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/what-is-applied-behavior-analysis
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Applied_behavior_analysis
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9458805
https://www.leicspart.nhs.uk/autism-space/health-and-lifestyle/meltdowns-and-shutdowns/
