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Supporting Young Children with Exceptionalities - Coggle Diagram
Supporting Young Children with Exceptionalities
ADHD - Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Characteristics:
Difficulty concentrating and following instructions.
Hyperactivity and impulsive behaviour.
Difficulty managing emotions and completing tasks.
How educators can help:
Establish consistent routines.
Give simple instructions.
Praise children’s efforts and positive behaviour.
Work with families and support professionals.
Definition: A neurodevelopmental condition that affects attention, impulse control, activity levels and emotional regulation.
ASD – Autism Spectrum Disorder
Definition: A neurodevelopmental condition that can affect social communication, interaction, sensory processing and behaviour.
Characteristics:
Differences in communication and social interaction.
Repetitive movements or behaviours.
Preference for routines and difficulty with unexpected changes.
How educators can help:
Use visual schedules and clear instructions.
Prepare children for changes in routines.
Provide a calm, sensory-friendly environment.
ODD – Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Characteristics:
Frequent temper tantrums and frustration.
Arguing with adults or refusing instructions.
Becoming easily annoyed or angry.
How educators can help:
Remain calm, patient and consistent.
Set clear boundaries and expectations.
Encourage positive behaviour and offer choices.
Teach emotional regulation and problem-solving skills.
Definition: A behavioural disorder characterised by persistent patterns of angry, irritable, argumentative and defiant behaviour.