Technique: Prevent when possible and deescalate at lowest point possible.

Procedures:

	Student	Teacher
Anxiety	Sighs Puts head down Holds head in hand	Active listening Nonjudgmental talk Distraction
Frustration	Taps pencil Wads up paper Rips paper or breaks pencil when writing Fidgets and walks around	Proximity-moves closer Hurdle assistance Boosts interest Change activity
Verbal aggression	Slams book or fist Yells or argues with teacher or student Name calls or "put-downs"	Support through routines Behavior specific dialogue Conflict resolution Personal responsibility
Physical aggression	Throws something Makes threatening stance Intimidates a person Hurts self or others	Deescalate -verbally and physically Give real choices

pp.46-47.
Adapted from Johns, B. H & Carr, V. G. (1995). Techniques for managing verbally and physically aggressive students. Denver: Love.

Behavior specific dialogue:

How can I help you gain control? What will help you the most right now? Let’s do some deep breathing and chill. I’m proud of you for not hurting anyone. You’re doing better.

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