Using the Functional Analysis Screening Tool (FAST) Tool for Quick Behavioral Screening: A Guide for Teachers and Parents Understanding and addressing behavioral challenges is more crucial than ever given the high rate of exclusions facing Neurodiverse children. The Functional Analysis Screening Tool (FAST) is a practical, evidence-based instrument that empowers teachers and parents to quickly … Read more
Functional Assessment Tools Understanding behaviour through a neurodiversity-affirming lens means recognising that all behaviours serve a purpose and are a form of communication, intentional or otherwise. Rather than viewing certain behaviours as “problematic” or something to be “fixed,” this tool helps identify the underlying needs driving an individual’s actions. The functions of behaviour framework can … Read more
What is a Functional Behaviour Assessment (FBA)? A functional behaviour assessment (FBA) is a comprehensive process used to understand the underlying reasons or “functions” that explain why an individual engages in a particular behaviour. It involves gathering information from multiple sources to identify the specific antecedents (triggers) and consequences that may be maintaining the behaviour. … Read more
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